SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A79
HLFXGB21A79 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21A79 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | A79 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Ayr High Street (110897 |
| City | Ayr |
| Country | United 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.
- A79 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 HLFXGB21A79?
HLFXGB21A79 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ayr High Street (110897, a unit of Halifax PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A79?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A79 points to Ayr High Street (110897. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21A79.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21A79 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21A79 with the recipient before sending.
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.
Do I need HLFXGB21A79 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21A79.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.