SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I57
HLFXGB21I57 belongs to Halifax PLC in Galashiels, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21I57 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | I57 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Galashiels Channel St - 110924 |
| City | Galashiels |
| Country | United 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.
- I57 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21I57?
HLFXGB21I57 identifies Galashiels Channel St - 110924, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Galashiels, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21I57 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21I57 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21I57 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and I57 is the code of the branch Galashiels Channel St - 110924.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21I57 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21I57.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.