SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M22
HLFXGB21M22 belongs to Halifax PLC in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21M22 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | M22 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Kilmarnock 73 King Street |
| City | Kilmarnock |
| 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.
- M22 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 BIC HLFXGB21M22?
The code HLFXGB21M22 belongs to Kilmarnock 73 King Street, part of Halifax PLC in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21M22 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and M22 identifies the branch Kilmarnock 73 King Street.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M22?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M22 points to Kilmarnock 73 King Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21M22 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21M22 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21M22 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
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.
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.