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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y77

HLFXGB21Y77 belongs to Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y77

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y77
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY77
BankHalifax PLC
Branch131-133 Princes Street
CityEdinburgh
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.
Y77 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 BIC HLFXGB21Y77?

The code HLFXGB21Y77 belongs to 131-133 Princes Street, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y77?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y77 points to 131-133 Princes Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y77.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21Y77 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Y77 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21Y77 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y77 is the code of the department 131-133 Princes Street.

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