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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21H60

HLFXGB21H60 belongs to Halifax PLC in Brechin, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21H60

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21H60
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeH60
BankHalifax PLC
BranchEdzell
CityBrechin
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.
H60 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21H60?

HLFXGB21H60 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edzell, part of Halifax PLC in Brechin, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21H60 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and H60 is the code of the branch Edzell.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

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

What happens if I use HLFXGB21H60 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21H60 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21H60?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21H60 is Edzell. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21H60 if the recipient asks for it.

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

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

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