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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A94

HLFXGB21A94 belongs to Halifax PLC in Banchory, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A94

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A94
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA94
BankHalifax PLC
BranchBanchory - 114533
CityBanchory
CountryUnited 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.
A94 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A94?

HLFXGB21A94 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banchory - 114533, part of Halifax PLC in Banchory, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21A94 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. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21A94.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21A94 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21A94 with the recipient before you confirm.

Has Halifax PLC got other 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A94?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A94 is Banchory - 114533. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21A94 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.