SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21B32
HLFXGB21B32 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bathgate, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21B32 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | B32 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bathgate |
| City | Bathgate |
| Country | United 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.
- B32 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 HLFXGB21B32?
HLFXGB21B32 identifies Bathgate, part of Halifax PLC in Bathgate, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have 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.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HLFXGB21B32 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21B32.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21B32 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21B32 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.