SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H42
HLFXGB21H42 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H42 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H42 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Cameron Toll - 114645 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- H42 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H42?
The code HLFXGB21H42 belongs to Edinburgh Cameron Toll - 114645, a unit of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21H42 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21H42.
What does each part of HLFXGB21H42 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H42 is the code of the branch Edinburgh Cameron Toll - 114645.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21H42 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21H42 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.