SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R32
HLFXGB21R32 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R32 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R32 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Stratford (East London) - 118085 |
| City | London |
| 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.
- R32 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21R32?
The code HLFXGB21R32 belongs to Stratford (East London) - 118085, part of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21R32 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21R32.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21R32 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R32 is the code of the department Stratford (East London) - 118085.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.