SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H23
HLFXGB21H23 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H23 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H23 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Comely Bank - 114623 |
| 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.
- H23 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 HLFXGB21H23?
HLFXGB21H23 identifies Edinburgh Comely Bank - 114623, part of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of HLFXGB21H23 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H23 identifies the branch Edinburgh Comely Bank - 114623.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21H23 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21H23 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H23?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H23 points to Edinburgh Comely Bank - 114623. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21H23 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21H23 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21H23.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.