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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S82

HLFXGB21S82 belongs to Halifax PLC in Scarborough, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S82

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S82
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS82
BankHalifax PLC
BranchScarborough
CityScarborough
CountryUnited 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.
S82 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 BIC HLFXGB21S82?

HLFXGB21S82 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Scarborough, part of Halifax PLC in Scarborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21S82 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and S82 is the code of the department Scarborough.

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

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

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S82?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S82 is Scarborough. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21S82 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21S82 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21S82 with the recipient before you confirm.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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