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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H26

HLFXGB21H26 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H26

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H26
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH26
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEdinburgh Royal Mile - 114626
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited 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.
H26 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H26?

HLFXGB21H26 identifies Edinburgh Royal Mile - 114626, part of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21H26 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21H26 with the recipient before sending.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21H26 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H26 is the code of the department Edinburgh Royal Mile - 114626.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H26?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H26 points to Edinburgh Royal Mile - 114626. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H26.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.