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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R43

HLFXGB21R43 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R43

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R43
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR43
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPoole Mtg Desk
CityLeeds
CountryUnited 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.
R43 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 code HLFXGB21R43?

HLFXGB21R43 identifies Poole Mtg Desk, part 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 HLFXGB21R43 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21R43 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R43?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R43 is Poole Mtg Desk. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R43.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HLFXGB21R43 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21R43.

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.

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