SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G53
HLFXGB21G53 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G53 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G53 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dundee, Overgate Centre |
| City | Dundee |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- G53 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21G53?
HLFXGB21G53 identifies Dundee, Overgate Centre, a unit of Halifax PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G53 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21G53 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need HLFXGB21G53 for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21G53.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.