SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21C73
HLFXGB21C73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Ballater, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21C73 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | C73 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Braemar - 114554 |
| City | Ballater |
| 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.
- C73 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 HLFXGB21C73?
The code HLFXGB21C73 belongs to Braemar - 114554, part of Halifax PLC in Ballater, 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 in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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 HLFXGB21C73 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21C73.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21C73 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and C73 identifies the branch Braemar - 114554.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21C73 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21C73 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.