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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q43

HLFXGB21Q43 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Q43

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Q43
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeQ43
BankHalifax PLC
BranchNth East Scotland Agy 1
CityLeeds
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.
Q43 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q43?

The code HLFXGB21Q43 belongs to Nth East Scotland Agy 1, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

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

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21Q43 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Q43 is the code of the branch Nth East Scotland Agy 1.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Q43?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Q43 points to Nth East Scotland Agy 1. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21Q43 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Q43 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21Q43 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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