SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A43
HLFXGB21A43 belongs to Halifax PLC in Alloa, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21A43 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | A43 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Alloa (R |
| City | Alloa |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- A43 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 code HLFXGB21A43?
HLFXGB21A43 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Alloa (R, a unit of Halifax PLC in Alloa, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best 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 specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21A43 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A43 is the code of the branch Alloa (R.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21A43 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21A43 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A43?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A43 points to Alloa (R. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21A43.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.