SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J38
HLFXGB21J38 belongs to Halifax PLC in Grangemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21J38 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | J38 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Grangemouth |
| City | Grangemouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- J38 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 HLFXGB21J38?
HLFXGB21J38 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Grangemouth, a unit of Halifax PLC in Grangemouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21J38 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21J38 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of HLFXGB21J38 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and J38 identifies the department Grangemouth.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Do I need HLFXGB21J38 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21J38.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.