SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R14
HLFXGB21R14 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R14 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R14 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Peterborough Mtg Desk |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- R14 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/BIC code HLFXGB21R14?
The code HLFXGB21R14 belongs to Peterborough Mtg Desk, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21R14 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21R14.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R14 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21R14 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Halifax PLC have 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. 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.