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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21G86

HLFXGB21G86 belongs to Halifax PLC in Scarborough, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21G86

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21G86
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeG86
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEast Yorkshire Agencies (111564
CityScarborough
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.
G86 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 HLFXGB21G86?

HLFXGB21G86 is the SWIFT/BIC code of East Yorkshire Agencies (111564, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Scarborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21G86?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21G86 points to East Yorkshire Agencies (111564. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21G86.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21G86 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21G86 with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21G86 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and G86 is the code of the branch East Yorkshire Agencies (111564.

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