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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R02

HLFXGB21R02 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R02

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R02
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR02
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPenicuik 17 John Street
CityLeeds
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.
R02 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21R02?

The code HLFXGB21R02 belongs to Penicuik 17 John Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21R02 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R02 identifies the department Penicuik 17 John Street.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R02 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21R02 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R02?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R02 points to Penicuik 17 John Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21R02 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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