SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G13
HLFXGB21G13 belongs to Halifax PLC in Didsbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G13 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G13 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Didsbury (111331 |
| City | Didsbury |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- G13 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21G13?
HLFXGB21G13 identifies Didsbury (111331, part of Halifax PLC in Didsbury, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G13 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21G13 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need HLFXGB21G13 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21G13.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G13?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G13 points to Didsbury (111331. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21G13.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.