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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I45

HLFXGB21I45 belongs to Halifax PLC in Forres, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I45

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I45
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI45
BankHalifax PLC
BranchForres
CityForres
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.
I45 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 bank is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21I45?

The code HLFXGB21I45 belongs to Forres, a unit of Halifax PLC in Forres, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21I45 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and I45 is the code of the department Forres.

Do I need HLFXGB21I45 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21I45.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I45?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I45 is Forres. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21I45 if the recipient asks for it.

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 transfer services before you send.

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