SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C10
HLFXGB21C10 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21C10 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | C10 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Bishopbriggs |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United 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.
- C10 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 HLFXGB21C10?
HLFXGB21C10 identifies Bishopbriggs, a unit of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21C10 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21C10.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21C10 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21C10 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21C10 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and C10 is the code of the department Bishopbriggs.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.