SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R73
HLFXGB21R73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R73 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R73 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Preston Lune Street |
| City | Preston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- R73 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21R73?
HLFXGB21R73 identifies Preston Lune Street, part of Halifax PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R73?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R73 points to Preston Lune Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21R73 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What does each part of HLFXGB21R73 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R73 is the code of the branch Preston Lune Street.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21R73 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21R73.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.