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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R80

HLFXGB21R80 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R80

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R80
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR80
BankHalifax PLC
BranchProfessionals A/C Office
CityLondon
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.
R80 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/BIC code HLFXGB21R80?

HLFXGB21R80 identifies Professionals A/C Office, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R80 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21R80 with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21R80 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21R80.

What does each part of HLFXGB21R80 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R80 is the code of the department Professionals A/C Office.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R80?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R80 is Professionals A/C Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R80.

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