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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N63

HLFXGB21N63 belongs to Halifax PLC in Lochgilphead, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N63

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N63
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN63
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLochgilphead
CityLochgilphead
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.
N63 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21N63?

HLFXGB21N63 identifies Lochgilphead, part of Halifax PLC in Lochgilphead, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N63?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N63 is Lochgilphead. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21N63.

What does each part of HLFXGB21N63 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and N63 is the code of the branch Lochgilphead.

Do I need HLFXGB21N63 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21N63.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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.

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