SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I76
HLFXGB21I76 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21I76 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | I76 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow 54 Sauchiehall Street (110936 |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- I76 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/BIC code HLFXGB21I76?
The code HLFXGB21I76 belongs to Glasgow 54 Sauchiehall Street (110936, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HLFXGB21I76 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and I76 identifies the department Glasgow 54 Sauchiehall Street (110936.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21I76 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21I76 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21I76 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21I76.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.