SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H10
HLFXGB21H10 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H10 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H10 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh George Street (114635 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- H10 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 HLFXGB21H10?
The code HLFXGB21H10 belongs to Edinburgh George Street (114635, a unit of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21H10 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H10 is the code of the branch Edinburgh George Street (114635.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H10?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H10 is Edinburgh George Street (114635. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21H10 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21H10 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21H10 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.