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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21DRL

HLFXGB21DRL belongs to Halifax PLC in Darlaston, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21DRL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21DRL
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeDRL
BankHalifax PLC
BranchDarlaston
CityDarlaston
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.
DRL 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21DRL?

The code HLFXGB21DRL belongs to Darlaston, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Darlaston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21DRL for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21DRL.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21DRL stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and DRL is the code of the branch Darlaston.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21DRL?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21DRL points to Darlaston. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21DRL.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21DRL incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21DRL with the recipient before you confirm.

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