SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H54
HLFXGB21H54 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21H54 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | H54 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh,staff Banking |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- H54 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21H54?
HLFXGB21H54 identifies Edinburgh,staff Banking, 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 HLFXGB21H54?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H54 points to Edinburgh,staff Banking. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21H54 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Do I need HLFXGB21H54 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21H54.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21H54 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H54 identifies the branch Edinburgh,staff Banking.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.