SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H59

HLFXGB21H59 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H59

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H59
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH59
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEdmonton 154 Fore Street
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
H59 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21H59?

HLFXGB21H59 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edmonton 154 Fore Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21H59 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21H59 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21H59 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21H59.

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

Many banks 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.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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.

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