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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H43

HLFXGB21H43 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H43

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H43
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH43
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEdinburgh,mayfield
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.
H43 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 HLFXGB21H43?

The code HLFXGB21H43 belongs to Edinburgh,mayfield, a unit of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H43?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H43 is Edinburgh,mayfield. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H43.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21H43 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21H43 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HLFXGB21H43 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21H43.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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