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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R42

HLFXGB21R42 belongs to Halifax PLC in Poole, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R42

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R42
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR42
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPoole - 110609
CityPoole
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
R42 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 HLFXGB21R42?

The code HLFXGB21R42 belongs to Poole - 110609, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Poole, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R42 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21R42 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21R42 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21R42.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21R42 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R42 identifies the department Poole - 110609.

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