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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J05

HLFXGB21J05 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J05

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J05
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ05
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGlasgow,queen Street
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.
J05 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 BIC HLFXGB21J05?

The code HLFXGB21J05 belongs to Glasgow,queen Street, part of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J05?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J05 is Glasgow,queen Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21J05 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21J05 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21J05 with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HLFXGB21J05 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 do need HLFXGB21J05.

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