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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H53

HLFXGB21H53 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H53

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H53
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH53
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEdinburgh,st Andrew Sq
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.
H53 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

What bank is behind BIC HLFXGB21H53?

HLFXGB21H53 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edinburgh,st Andrew Sq, part of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

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

Do I need HLFXGB21H53 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21H53.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21H53 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H53 identifies the department Edinburgh,st Andrew Sq.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21H53 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21H53 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H53?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H53 points to Edinburgh,st Andrew Sq. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21H53.

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