SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L47
HLFXGB21L47 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21L47 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | L47 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | I F Asu - 119145 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- L47 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 HLFXGB21L47?
HLFXGB21L47 is the SWIFT/BIC code of I F Asu - 119145, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21L47 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 L47 identifies the branch I F Asu - 119145.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often 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.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21L47 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21L47 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
Do I need HLFXGB21L47 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 HLFXGB21L47.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.