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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I48

HLFXGB21I48 belongs to Halifax PLC in Fortrose, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I48

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I48
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI48
BankHalifax PLC
BranchFortrose
CityFortrose
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
I48 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I48?

HLFXGB21I48 identifies Fortrose, part of Halifax PLC in Fortrose, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21I48 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21I48 with the recipient before you confirm.

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 specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of HLFXGB21I48 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 I48 identifies the branch Fortrose.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I48?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I48 points to Fortrose. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21I48 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.