SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R05
HLFXGB21R05 belongs to Halifax PLC in Penzance, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R05 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R05 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Penzance (110594 |
| City | Penzance |
| Country | United 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.
- R05 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R05?
HLFXGB21R05 identifies Penzance (110594, part of Halifax PLC in Penzance, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21R05 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21R05.
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.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21R05 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21R05 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Halifax PLC got 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.