SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G57
HLFXGB21G57 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G57 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G57 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dunfermline 92 High Street |
| City | Dunfermline |
| 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.
- G57 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21G57?
The code HLFXGB21G57 belongs to Dunfermline 92 High Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21G57 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and G57 identifies the department Dunfermline 92 High Street.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G57 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21G57 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21G57 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21G57.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.