SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21E19
HLFXGB21E19 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21E19 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | E19 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Central Scotland Mtg Desk |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- E19 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 bank uses BIC HLFXGB21E19?
HLFXGB21E19 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Central Scotland Mtg Desk, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21E19?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21E19 points to Central Scotland Mtg Desk. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21E19 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21E19 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and E19 identifies the department Central Scotland Mtg Desk.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HLFXGB21E19 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21E19.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.