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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L74

HLFXGB21L74 belongs to Halifax PLC in Inverness, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21L74

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21L74
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeL74
BankHalifax PLC
BranchInverness City - 114745
CityInverness
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
L74 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/BIC code HLFXGB21L74?

The code HLFXGB21L74 belongs to Inverness City - 114745, part of Halifax PLC in Inverness, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21L74 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21L74.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

What does each part of HLFXGB21L74 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and L74 is the code of the department Inverness City - 114745.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21L74 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21L74 with the recipient before sending.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

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