SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G59
HLFXGB21G59 belongs to Halifax PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21G59 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | G59 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Dunfermline Bothwell - 114613 |
| City | Dunfermline |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- G59 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21G59?
The code HLFXGB21G59 belongs to Dunfermline Bothwell - 114613, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G59?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G59 points to Dunfermline Bothwell - 114613. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21G59 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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 HLFXGB21G59 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G59 is the code of the branch Dunfermline Bothwell - 114613.
Do I need HLFXGB21G59 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21G59.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. 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.