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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J10

HLFXGB21J10 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J10

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J10
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ10
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGlasgow,shawlands
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
J10 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21J10?

The code HLFXGB21J10 belongs to Glasgow,shawlands, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21J10 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21J10.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21J10 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and J10 identifies the branch Glasgow,shawlands.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J10?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J10 is Glasgow,shawlands. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21J10.

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