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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A20

HLFXGB21A20 belongs to Halifax PLC in Aberlour, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A20

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A20
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA20
BankHalifax PLC
BranchAberlour
CityAberlour
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
A20 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A20?

HLFXGB21A20 identifies Aberlour, part of Halifax PLC in Aberlour, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21A20 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21A20 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A20?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A20 points to Aberlour. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21A20.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21A20 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 A20 identifies the department Aberlour.

Do I need HLFXGB21A20 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21A20.

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