SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q51
HLFXGB21Q51 belongs to Halifax PLC in Oban, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Q51 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Q51 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Oban (R |
| City | Oban |
| Country | United 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.
- Q51 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 HLFXGB21Q51?
The code HLFXGB21Q51 belongs to Oban (R, part of Halifax PLC in Oban, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21Q51 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 Q51 is the code of the branch Oban (R.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21Q51 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21Q51.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Q51 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Q51 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.