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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G78

HLFXGB21G78 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21G78

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21G78
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeG78
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEast Kilbride (R
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited 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.
G78 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21G78?

The code HLFXGB21G78 belongs to East Kilbride (R, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21G78 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G78 is the code of the branch East Kilbride (R.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G78?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G78 points to East Kilbride (R. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21G78.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21G78 for a euro transfer 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 HLFXGB21G78.

Has Halifax PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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