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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S26

HLFXGB21S26 belongs to Halifax PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S26

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S26
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS26
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRhiwbina (Hps
CityCardiff
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.
S26 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S26?

HLFXGB21S26 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rhiwbina (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks 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.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21S26 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21S26 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S26?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S26 points to Rhiwbina (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21S26.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. 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.