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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S37

HLFXGB21S37 belongs to Halifax PLC in Rochdale, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S37

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S37
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS37
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRochdale (Hps
CityRochdale
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
S37 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21S37?

HLFXGB21S37 identifies Rochdale (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Rochdale, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21S37 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21S37 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21S37 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21S37.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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.