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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A15

HLFXGB21A15 belongs to Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A15

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A15
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA15
BankHalifax PLC
BranchAberdeen, West End
CityAberdeen
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

HLFX Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
A15 Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A15?

HLFXGB21A15 identifies Aberdeen, West End, part of Halifax PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A15?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A15 is Aberdeen, West End. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21A15 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21A15 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21A15 with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of HLFXGB21A15 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A15 is the code of the department Aberdeen, West End.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.