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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J04

HLFXGB21J04 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J04

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J04
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ04
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGlasgow,pollokshields
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.
J04 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21J04?

HLFXGB21J04 identifies Glasgow,pollokshields, part of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21J04 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. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21J04.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21J04 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J04 identifies the department Glasgow,pollokshields.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21J04 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21J04 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J04?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J04 points to Glasgow,pollokshields. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21J04 if the recipient asks for it.

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