SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G52

HLFXGB21G52 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21G52

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21G52
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeG52
BankHalifax PLC
BranchDundee, Fairmuir
CityDundee
CountryUnited 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.
G52 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21G52?

HLFXGB21G52 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dundee, Fairmuir, part of Halifax PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G52 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21G52 with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21G52 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G52 is the code of the department Dundee, Fairmuir.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HLFXGB21G52 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21G52.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.