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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R95

HLFXGB21R95 belongs to Halifax PLC in Rossendale, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R95

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R95
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR95
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRawtenstall
CityRossendale
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.
R95 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21R95?

HLFXGB21R95 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rawtenstall, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Rossendale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R95?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R95 is Rawtenstall. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R95.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21R95 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21R95 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21R95 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and R95 identifies the department Rawtenstall.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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