SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q72
HLFXGB21Q72 belongs to Halifax PLC in Paisley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Q72 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Q72 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Paisley Gilmour Street |
| City | Paisley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- Q72 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 HLFXGB21Q72?
The code HLFXGB21Q72 belongs to Paisley Gilmour Street, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Paisley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21Q72 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21Q72.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21Q72 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21Q72 with the recipient before sending.
Does Halifax PLC have other 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 does each part of HLFXGB21Q72 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Q72 identifies the branch Paisley Gilmour Street.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.