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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y76

HLFXGB21Y76 belongs to Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y76

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y76
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY76
BankHalifax PLC
Branch35-41 Sauchiehall Street
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
Y76 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 BIC HLFXGB21Y76?

The code HLFXGB21Y76 belongs to 35-41 Sauchiehall Street, part of Halifax PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y76 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21Y76.

What does each part of HLFXGB21Y76 stand for?

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 Y76 is the code of the branch 35-41 Sauchiehall Street.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y76 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21Y76 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.