SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A54
HLFXGB21A54 belongs to Halifax PLC in Annan, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21A54 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | A54 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Annan |
| City | Annan |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- A54 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
What bank uses BIC HLFXGB21A54?
The code HLFXGB21A54 belongs to Annan, part of Halifax PLC in Annan, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21A54 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21A54.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A54?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A54 is Annan. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21A54 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.