SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R12
HLFXGB21R12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Perth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R12 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R12 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Perth,west End |
| City | Perth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- R12 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R12?
The code HLFXGB21R12 belongs to Perth,west End, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Perth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21R12 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R12 identifies the branch Perth,west End.
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.
Do I need HLFXGB21R12 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21R12.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R12?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R12 is Perth,west End. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21R12 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.