SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R41
HLFXGB21R41 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R41 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R41 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Poole Agencies |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- R41 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R41?
HLFXGB21R41 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Poole Agencies, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21R41 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21R41 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21R41 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and R41 identifies the branch Poole Agencies.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R41?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R41 points to Poole Agencies. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21R41 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.