SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H30

HLFXGB21H30 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H30

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H30
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH30
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEdinburgh,dalry Road
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
H30 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21H30?

HLFXGB21H30 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edinburgh,dalry Road, part 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 several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21H30 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21H30.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21H30 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21H30 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Has Halifax PLC got 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.

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