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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R57

HLFXGB21R57 belongs to Halifax PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R57

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R57
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR57
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPortsmouth North End
CityPortsmouth
CountryUnited 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.
R57 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 HLFXGB21R57?

HLFXGB21R57 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Portsmouth North End, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R57?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R57 points to Portsmouth North End. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R57.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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 HLFXGB21R57 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R57 is the code of the department Portsmouth North End.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R57 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21R57 with the recipient before sending.

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