SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F65
HLFXGB21F65 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F65 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F65 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Cumbernauld (R |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- F65 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21F65?
HLFXGB21F65 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cumbernauld (R, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21F65 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21F65.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21F65 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21F65 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21F65 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and F65 is the code of the branch Cumbernauld (R.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.