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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21S71

HLFXGB21S71 belongs to Halifax PLC in Rye, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21S71

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21S71
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeS71
BankHalifax PLC
BranchRye (Hps
CityRye
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.
S71 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 BIC HLFXGB21S71?

HLFXGB21S71 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rye (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Rye, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21S71 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21S71 with the recipient before sending.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21S71 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to 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 still need HLFXGB21S71.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21S71?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21S71 points to Rye (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21S71 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.