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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21T37

HLFXGB21T37 belongs to Halifax PLC in Shotts, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21T37

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21T37
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeT37
BankHalifax PLC
BranchShotts
CityShotts
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
T37 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 code HLFXGB21T37?

HLFXGB21T37 identifies Shotts, part of Halifax PLC in Shotts, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21T37 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and T37 identifies the department Shotts.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21T37 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21T37.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21T37 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21T37 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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