SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R52
HLFXGB21R52 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R52 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R52 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Portishead (Hps |
| City | Bristol |
| 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.
- R52 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21R52?
The code HLFXGB21R52 belongs to Portishead (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R52?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R52 is Portishead (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R52.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21R52 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and R52 identifies the branch Portishead (Hps.
Do I need HLFXGB21R52 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 do need HLFXGB21R52.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.