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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S21

HLFXGB21S21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Redhill, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S21

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S21
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS21
BankHalifax PLC
BranchReigate (Hps
CityRedhill
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
S21 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 code HLFXGB21S21?

HLFXGB21S21 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Reigate (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Redhill, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of HLFXGB21S21 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and S21 identifies the department Reigate (Hps.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S21?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S21 points to Reigate (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21S21 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21S21 to send euros 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. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21S21.

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