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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21J52

HLFXGB21J52 belongs to Halifax PLC in Greenock, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21J52

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21J52
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeJ52
BankHalifax PLC
BranchGreenock (110935
CityGreenock
CountryUnited 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.
J52 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21J52?

HLFXGB21J52 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Greenock (110935, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Greenock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21J52 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. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21J52.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21J52?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21J52 points to Greenock (110935. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21J52 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.