SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R91
HLFXGB21R91 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21R91 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | R91 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Quinton 534 Hagley Rd Wst |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United 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.
- R91 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 HLFXGB21R91?
HLFXGB21R91 identifies Quinton 534 Hagley Rd Wst, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21R91 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and R91 identifies the branch Quinton 534 Hagley Rd Wst.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21R91 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21R91.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R91?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R91 points to Quinton 534 Hagley Rd Wst. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21R91 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.