SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21O26

HLFXGB21O26 belongs to Halifax PLC in Craigavon, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21O26

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21O26
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeO26
BankHalifax PLC
BranchLurgan
CityCraigavon
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.
O26 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21O26?

HLFXGB21O26 identifies Lurgan, part of Halifax PLC in Craigavon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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 cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

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

What happens if I use HLFXGB21O26 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21O26 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21O26?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21O26 is Lurgan. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21O26.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21O26 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and O26 identifies the branch Lurgan.

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