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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S12

HLFXGB21S12 belongs to Halifax PLC in Redhill, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S12

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S12
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS12
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRedhill 25 High Street
CityRedhill
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
S12 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 BIC HLFXGB21S12?

The code HLFXGB21S12 belongs to Redhill 25 High Street, part of Halifax PLC in Redhill, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21S12 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21S12 with the recipient before you confirm.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HLFXGB21S12 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21S12.

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

SEPA payments in euros 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 HLFXGB21S12?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S12 is Redhill 25 High Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S12.

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