SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H21
HLFXGB21H21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H21 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H21 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Wester Hailes - 111297 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- H21 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21H21?
HLFXGB21H21 identifies Edinburgh Wester Hailes - 111297, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21H21 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21H21.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21H21 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21H21 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What does each part of HLFXGB21H21 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H21 identifies the department Edinburgh Wester Hailes - 111297.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.