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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21CMT

HLFXGB21CMT belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21CMT

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21CMT
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeCMT
BankHalifax PLC
BranchCameron Toll
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited 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.
CMT 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 HLFXGB21CMT?

The code HLFXGB21CMT belongs to Cameron Toll, a unit of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21CMT incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21CMT against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21CMT?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21CMT points to Cameron Toll. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21CMT.

Do I need HLFXGB21CMT to send euros 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 HLFXGB21CMT.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.