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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I78

HLFXGB21I78 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I78

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I78
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI78
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGlasgow 83/85 Buchanan St
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
I78 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 HLFXGB21I78?

The code HLFXGB21I78 belongs to Glasgow 83/85 Buchanan St, part of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21I78 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 I78 is the code of the branch Glasgow 83/85 Buchanan St.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I78?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I78 is Glasgow 83/85 Buchanan St. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21I78.

Do I need HLFXGB21I78 for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21I78.

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