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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R85

HLFXGB21R85 belongs to Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R85

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R85
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR85
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPurchase Ledger
CityHalifax
CountryUnited 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.
R85 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R85?

HLFXGB21R85 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Purchase Ledger, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21R85 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R85 identifies the department Purchase Ledger.

Do I need HLFXGB21R85 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21R85.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21R85 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21R85 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R85?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R85 is Purchase Ledger. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R85.

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