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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R96

HLFXGB21R96 belongs to Halifax PLC in Rayleigh, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R96

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R96
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR96
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRayleigh (110628
CityRayleigh
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.
R96 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21R96?

HLFXGB21R96 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rayleigh (110628, part of Halifax PLC in Rayleigh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21R96 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21R96.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R96?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R96 is Rayleigh (110628. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21R96.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.

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