SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H36
HLFXGB21H36 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H36 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H36 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Royal Mile - 114638 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United 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.
- H36 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21H36?
HLFXGB21H36 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edinburgh Royal Mile - 114638, a unit 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 other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21H36 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H36 is the code of the branch Edinburgh Royal Mile - 114638.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H36?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H36 points to Edinburgh Royal Mile - 114638. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H36.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need HLFXGB21H36 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21H36.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.