SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G45
HLFXGB21G45 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dumfries, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G45 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G45 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dumfries |
| City | Dumfries |
| 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.
- G45 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 HLFXGB21G45?
HLFXGB21G45 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dumfries, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Dumfries, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21G45 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and G45 identifies the branch Dumfries.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21G45 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21G45.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G45 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21G45 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. 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.