SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21P50
HLFXGB21P50 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21P50 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | P50 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | N e Scotland Mtg Desk |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- P50 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21P50?
The code HLFXGB21P50 belongs to N e Scotland Mtg Desk, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Do I need HLFXGB21P50 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21P50.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21P50?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21P50 points to N e Scotland Mtg Desk. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21P50 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.