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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M25

HLFXGB21M25 belongs to Halifax PLC in Burntisland, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21M25

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21M25
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeM25
BankHalifax PLC
BranchKinghorn
CityBurntisland
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.
M25 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M25?

The code HLFXGB21M25 belongs to Kinghorn, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Burntisland, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21M25 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21M25 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M25?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M25 points to Kinghorn. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M25.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21M25 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and M25 identifies the branch Kinghorn.

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