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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H51

HLFXGB21H51 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H51

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H51
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH51
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEdinburgh Shandwick - 114655
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.
H51 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21H51?

HLFXGB21H51 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edinburgh Shandwick - 114655, part of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H51?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H51 points to Edinburgh Shandwick - 114655. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21H51 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got 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.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21H51 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21H51.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21H51 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21H51 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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