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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A81

HLFXGB21A81 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A81

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A81
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA81
BankHalifax PLC
BranchAyr, High Street
CityAyr
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
A81 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21A81?

The code HLFXGB21A81 belongs to Ayr, High Street, part of Halifax PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21A81 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21A81 with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21A81 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and A81 is the code of the department Ayr, High Street.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A81?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A81 points to Ayr, High Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21A81.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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