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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R21

HLFXGB21R21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Pinner, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R21

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R21
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR21
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPinner
CityPinner
CountryUnited 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.
R21 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 HLFXGB21R21?

HLFXGB21R21 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Pinner, part of Halifax PLC in Pinner, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21R21 to send euros 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 HLFXGB21R21.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R21 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21R21 with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R21?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R21 is Pinner. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R21.

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