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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R87

HLFXGB21R87 belongs to Halifax PLC in Purley, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R87

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R87
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR87
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPurley - 111423
CityPurley
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
R87 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 HLFXGB21R87?

HLFXGB21R87 identifies Purley - 111423, a unit of Halifax PLC in Purley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R87?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R87 is Purley - 111423. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R87.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21R87 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21R87 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HLFXGB21R87 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21R87.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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