SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H25
HLFXGB21H25 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H25 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H25 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Tollcross (114625 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- H25 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 HLFXGB21H25?
HLFXGB21H25 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edinburgh Tollcross (114625, part of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21H25 mean?
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 H25 identifies the branch Edinburgh Tollcross (114625.
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.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21H25 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21H25 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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H25?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H25 points to Edinburgh Tollcross (114625. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21H25 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.