SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H44
HLFXGB21H44 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H44 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H44 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Morningside - 114647 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United 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.
- H44 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 HLFXGB21H44?
HLFXGB21H44 identifies Edinburgh Morningside - 114647, part of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21H44 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H44 identifies the branch Edinburgh Morningside - 114647.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21H44 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21H44 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H44?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H44 is Edinburgh Morningside - 114647. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H44.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.