SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H12
HLFXGB21H12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H12 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H12 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Gyle Centre |
| 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.
- H12 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 HLFXGB21H12?
HLFXGB21H12 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edinburgh Gyle Centre, a unit of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21H12 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H12 identifies the department Edinburgh Gyle Centre.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21H12 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21H12 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need HLFXGB21H12 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21H12.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.