SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L48
HLFXGB21L48 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21L48 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | L48 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | I F Commission - 119150 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- L48 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 HLFXGB21L48?
The code HLFXGB21L48 belongs to I F Commission - 119150, a unit of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21L48 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21L48 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21L48?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21L48 is I F Commission - 119150. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21L48 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HLFXGB21L48 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and L48 is the code of the department I F Commission - 119150.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.