SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V13

HLFXGB21V13 belongs to Halifax PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21V13

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21V13
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeV13
BankHalifax PLC
BranchSwindon Bridge Street - 110759
CitySwindon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
V13 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V13?

The code HLFXGB21V13 belongs to Swindon Bridge Street - 110759, part of Halifax PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21V13 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and V13 identifies the branch Swindon Bridge Street - 110759.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V13?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V13 points to Swindon Bridge Street - 110759. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21V13 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V13 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21V13 with the recipient before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have 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.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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