SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Q46
HLFXGB21Q46 belongs to Halifax PLC in Barnet, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Q46 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Q46 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Nth West London Agys 2 |
| City | Barnet |
| Country | United 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.
- Q46 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 HLFXGB21Q46?
HLFXGB21Q46 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nth West London Agys 2, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Barnet, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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 HLFXGB21Q46?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Q46 points to Nth West London Agys 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21Q46 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21Q46 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Q46 is the code of the department Nth West London Agys 2.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one 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.