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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R71

HLFXGB21R71 belongs to Halifax PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R71

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R71
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR71
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPreston City (110618
CityPreston
CountryUnited 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.
R71 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21R71?

HLFXGB21R71 identifies Preston City (110618, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21R71 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and R71 is the code of the branch Preston City (110618.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R71?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R71 is Preston City (110618. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21R71 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21R71 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21R71.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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