SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G42
HLFXGB21G42 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dumbarton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G42 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G42 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dumbarton |
| City | Dumbarton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- G42 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 code HLFXGB21G42?
The code HLFXGB21G42 belongs to Dumbarton, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Dumbarton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21G42 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21G42.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G42?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G42 is Dumbarton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21G42 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21G42 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G42 is the code of the branch Dumbarton.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.