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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N12

HLFXGB21N12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Lanark, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N12

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N12
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN12
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLesmahagow
CityLanark
CountryUnited 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.
N12 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 BIC HLFXGB21N12?

HLFXGB21N12 identifies Lesmahagow, part of Halifax PLC in Lanark, 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21N12 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21N12 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N12?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N12 is Lesmahagow. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21N12 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21N12 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and N12 is the code of the department Lesmahagow.

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