SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G38
HLFXGB21G38 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dudley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G38 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G38 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dudley Castle Street - 110248 |
| City | Dudley |
| 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.
- G38 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 HLFXGB21G38?
The code HLFXGB21G38 belongs to Dudley Castle Street - 110248, part of Halifax PLC in Dudley, 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?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21G38 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. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21G38.
What does each part of HLFXGB21G38 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G38 is the code of the department Dudley Castle Street - 110248.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G38 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21G38 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.