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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R83

HLFXGB21R83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R83

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R83
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR83
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPudsey Cash Office
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
R83 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21R83?

HLFXGB21R83 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Pudsey Cash Office, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R83 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21R83 with the recipient before sending.

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

Many banks 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.

What does each part of HLFXGB21R83 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R83 identifies the branch Pudsey Cash Office.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R83?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R83 points to Pudsey Cash Office. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21R83 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21R83 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21R83.

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