SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F78
HLFXGB21F78 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dalkeith, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21F78 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | F78 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dalkeith |
| City | Dalkeith |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- F78 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/BIC code HLFXGB21F78?
HLFXGB21F78 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dalkeith, part of Halifax PLC in Dalkeith, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21F78 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21F78 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F78?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F78 is Dalkeith. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21F78 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.