SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V14
HLFXGB21V14 belongs to Halifax PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21V14 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | V14 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Swindon Bridge Street - 110760 |
| City | Swindon |
| Country | United 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.
- V14 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V14?
The code HLFXGB21V14 belongs to Swindon Bridge Street - 110760, part of Halifax PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V14 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21V14 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V14?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V14 is Swindon Bridge Street - 110760. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21V14.
Do I need HLFXGB21V14 to send euros 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. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21V14.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.