SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H55

HLFXGB21H55 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H55

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H55
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH55
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEdinburgh,stockbridge
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
H55 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H55?

HLFXGB21H55 identifies Edinburgh,stockbridge, a unit of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21H55 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and H55 is the code of the branch Edinburgh,stockbridge.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H55?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H55 is Edinburgh,stockbridge. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21H55 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21H55 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21H55.

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