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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21U66

HLFXGB21U66 belongs to Halifax PLC in Stranraer, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21U66

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21U66
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeU66
BankHalifax PLC
BranchStranraer (R
CityStranraer
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
U66 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

What bank uses BIC HLFXGB21U66?

The code HLFXGB21U66 belongs to Stranraer (R, a unit of Halifax PLC in Stranraer, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21U66 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21U66 with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of HLFXGB21U66 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and U66 identifies the department Stranraer (R.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21U66?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21U66 is Stranraer (R. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21U66 if the recipient asks for it.

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.

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