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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I46

HLFXGB21I46 belongs to Halifax PLC in Fort Augustus, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I46

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I46
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI46
BankHalifax PLC
BranchFort Augustus
CityFort Augustus
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
I46 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 HLFXGB21I46?

HLFXGB21I46 identifies Fort Augustus, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Fort Augustus, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

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

Do I need HLFXGB21I46 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21I46.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of HLFXGB21I46 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and I46 is the code of the department Fort Augustus.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I46?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I46 points to Fort Augustus. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21I46 if the recipient asks for it.

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