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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R44

HLFXGB21R44 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R44

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R44
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR44
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPoole Service Centre
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
R44 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

What bank is behind BIC HLFXGB21R44?

The code HLFXGB21R44 belongs to Poole Service Centre, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21R44 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and R44 identifies the branch Poole Service Centre.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21R44 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21R44 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R44?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R44 is Poole Service Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R44.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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

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.