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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S84

HLFXGB21S84 belongs to Halifax PLC in Scarborough, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S84

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S84
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS84
BankHalifax PLC
BranchScarborough - 110679
CityScarborough
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
S84 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S84?

HLFXGB21S84 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Scarborough - 110679, a unit of Halifax PLC in Scarborough, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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 HLFXGB21S84 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21S84.

What does each part of HLFXGB21S84 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and S84 is the code of the branch Scarborough - 110679.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S84?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S84 points to Scarborough - 110679. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21S84 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21S84 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21S84 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.