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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L96

HLFXGB21L96 belongs to Halifax PLC in Keith, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21L96

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21L96
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeL96
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKeith
CityKeith
CountryUnited 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.
L96 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21L96?

HLFXGB21L96 identifies Keith, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Keith, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21L96 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21L96 with the recipient before you confirm.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21L96?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21L96 is Keith. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21L96.

What does each part of HLFXGB21L96 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and L96 is the code of the branch Keith.

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