SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21M53
HLFXGB21M53 belongs to Halifax PLC in Kirkwall, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21M53 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | M53 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Kirkwall |
| City | Kirkwall |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- M53 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 HLFXGB21M53?
HLFXGB21M53 identifies Kirkwall, a unit of Halifax PLC in Kirkwall, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21M53 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21M53.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21M53?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21M53 points to Kirkwall. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21M53.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.