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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V06

HLFXGB21V06 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21V06

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21V06
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeV06
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSwansea Service Centre
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
V06 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 HLFXGB21V06?

The code HLFXGB21V06 belongs to Swansea Service Centre, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21V06 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21V06.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V06?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V06 points to Swansea Service Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21V06 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of HLFXGB21V06 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and V06 is the code of the department Swansea Service Centre.

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