SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L73

HLFXGB21L73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Inverness, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21L73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21L73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeL73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchInverness,longman
CityInverness
CountryUnited 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.
L73 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21L73?

The code HLFXGB21L73 belongs to Inverness,longman, a unit of Halifax PLC in Inverness, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21L73 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21L73 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21L73?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21L73 is Inverness,longman. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21L73.

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

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

Do I need HLFXGB21L73 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21L73.

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