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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21F79

HLFXGB21F79 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dalkeith, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21F79

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21F79
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeF79
BankHalifax PLC
BranchDalkeith (R
CityDalkeith
CountryUnited 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.
F79 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21F79?

HLFXGB21F79 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dalkeith (R, part of Halifax PLC in Dalkeith, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21F79?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21F79 points to Dalkeith (R. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21F79 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21F79 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21F79.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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