SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R54
HLFXGB21R54 belongs to Halifax PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R54 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R54 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Portsmouth Comm Rd - 110613 |
| City | Portsmouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- R54 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21R54?
The code HLFXGB21R54 belongs to Portsmouth Comm Rd - 110613, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R54?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R54 points to Portsmouth Comm Rd - 110613. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21R54 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need HLFXGB21R54 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21R54.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R54 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21R54 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.