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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R01

HLFXGB21R01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Penicuik, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R01

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R01
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR01
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPenicuik
CityPenicuik
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.
R01 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R01?

The code HLFXGB21R01 belongs to Penicuik, part of Halifax PLC in Penicuik, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R01 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21R01 with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21R01 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R01 identifies the department Penicuik.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R01?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R01 points to Penicuik. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R01.

Do I need HLFXGB21R01 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21R01.

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