SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R68
HLFXGB21R68 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R68 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R68 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Preston and Blackburn Agy 2 |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- R68 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/BIC code HLFXGB21R68?
The code HLFXGB21R68 belongs to Preston and Blackburn Agy 2, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 does each part of HLFXGB21R68 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R68 identifies the branch Preston and Blackburn Agy 2.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R68?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R68 points to Preston and Blackburn Agy 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R68.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21R68 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21R68 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.