SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J26
HLFXGB21J26 belongs to Halifax PLC in Golspie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J26 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J26 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Golspie |
| City | Golspie |
| Country | United 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.
- J26 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 HLFXGB21J26?
The code HLFXGB21J26 belongs to Golspie, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Golspie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21J26 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and J26 identifies the branch Golspie.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21J26 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21J26 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J26?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J26 is Golspie. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21J26 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.