SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R72
HLFXGB21R72 belongs to Halifax PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R72 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R72 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Preston Hxd |
| City | Belfast |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- R72 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 BIC HLFXGB21R72?
HLFXGB21R72 identifies Preston Hxd, part of Halifax PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HLFXGB21R72 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21R72.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of HLFXGB21R72 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 R72 identifies the department Preston Hxd.
What is the best 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 HLFXGB21R72?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R72 points to Preston Hxd. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R72.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.