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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21A69

HLFXGB21A69 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21A69

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21A69
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeA69
BankHalifax PLC
BranchAshton In Makerfield (Hps
CityWigan
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
A69 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21A69?

HLFXGB21A69 identifies Ashton In Makerfield (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21A69 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21A69.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21A69 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and A69 identifies the department Ashton In Makerfield (Hps.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21A69?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21A69 is Ashton In Makerfield (Hps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21A69.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21A69 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21A69 with the recipient before sending.

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