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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K38

HLFXGB21K38 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hawick, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21K38

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21K38
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeK38
BankHalifax PLC
BranchHawick
CityHawick
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.
K38 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21K38?

HLFXGB21K38 identifies Hawick, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Hawick, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21K38 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21K38.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Halifax PLC got 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.

What does each part of HLFXGB21K38 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and K38 is the code of the department Hawick.

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