SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G12
HLFXGB21G12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dewsbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G12 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G12 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dewsbury Corporation St |
| City | Dewsbury |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- G12 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/BIC code HLFXGB21G12?
The code HLFXGB21G12 belongs to Dewsbury Corporation St, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Dewsbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G12?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G12 points to Dewsbury Corporation St. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21G12 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21G12 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21G12 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21G12 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and G12 is the code of the branch Dewsbury Corporation St.
Has Halifax PLC got more 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 in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.