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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21N66

HLFXGB21N66 belongs to Halifax PLC in Lockerbie, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21N66

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21N66
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeN66
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLockerbie
CityLockerbie
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
N66 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21N66?

The code HLFXGB21N66 belongs to Lockerbie, part of Halifax PLC in Lockerbie, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21N66?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21N66 points to Lockerbie. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21N66.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21N66 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and N66 identifies the department Lockerbie.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21N66 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21N66.

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.

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