SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G48
HLFXGB21G48 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dunblane, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G48 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G48 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dunblane |
| City | Dunblane |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- G48 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
What bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21G48?
HLFXGB21G48 identifies Dunblane, a unit of Halifax PLC in Dunblane, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G48?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G48 points to Dunblane. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21G48 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21G48 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21G48.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What does each part of HLFXGB21G48 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G48 is the code of the department Dunblane.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.