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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I63

HLFXGB21I63 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I63

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I63
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI63
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGlasgow The Forge - 111273
CityGlasgow
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.
I63 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 HLFXGB21I63?

The code HLFXGB21I63 belongs to Glasgow The Forge - 111273, part of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I63?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I63 is Glasgow The Forge - 111273. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21I63 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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 HLFXGB21I63 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21I63 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HLFXGB21I63 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21I63.

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