SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21ARG
HLFXGB21ARG belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21ARG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | ARG |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Argyle Street |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- ARG 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/BIC code HLFXGB21ARG?
HLFXGB21ARG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Argyle Street, part of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21ARG with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21ARG with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21ARG?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21ARG points to Argyle Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21ARG.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21ARG mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and ARG identifies the department Argyle Street.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.