SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V21
HLFXGB21V21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Tain, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21V21 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | V21 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Tain - 114866 |
| City | Tain |
| 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.
- V21 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 BIC HLFXGB21V21?
The code HLFXGB21V21 belongs to Tain - 114866, part of Halifax PLC in Tain, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V21 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21V21 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V21?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V21 is Tain - 114866. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21V21 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21V21 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21V21.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.