SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G62

HLFXGB21G62 belongs to Halifax PLC in Duns, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21G62

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21G62
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeG62
BankHalifax PLC
BranchDuns
CityDuns
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
G62 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G62?

HLFXGB21G62 identifies Duns, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Duns, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21G62 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G62 is the code of the department Duns.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G62 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21G62 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21G62 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21G62.

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