SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L50
HLFXGB21L50 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21L50 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | L50 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | I F Loan A/C - 119135 |
| 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.
- L50 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L50?
HLFXGB21L50 is the SWIFT/BIC code of I F Loan A/C - 119135, 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 use HLFXGB21L50 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21L50 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HLFXGB21L50 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21L50.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21L50 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and L50 is the code of the branch I F Loan A/C - 119135.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.