SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G56
HLFXGB21G56 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G56 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G56 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dunfermline |
| City | Dunfermline |
| 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.
- G56 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21G56?
The code HLFXGB21G56 belongs to Dunfermline, a unit of Halifax PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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.
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 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21G56 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. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21G56.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G56?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G56 is Dunfermline. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21G56 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.