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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I85

HLFXGB21I85 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21I85

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21I85
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeI85
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGlasgow Victoria Road (C
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited 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.
I85 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21I85?

HLFXGB21I85 identifies Glasgow Victoria Road (C, a unit 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 HLFXGB21I85?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I85 is Glasgow Victoria Road (C. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21I85.

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

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

Do I need HLFXGB21I85 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21I85.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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