SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U41
HLFXGB21U41 belongs to Halifax PLC in Stirling, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21U41 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | U41 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Stirling Port Street (114856 |
| City | Stirling |
| 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.
- U41 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U41?
HLFXGB21U41 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stirling Port Street (114856, a unit of Halifax PLC in Stirling, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21U41 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21U41 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need HLFXGB21U41 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21U41.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U41?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U41 is Stirling Port Street (114856. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21U41.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.