SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V37

HLFXGB21V37 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21V37

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21V37
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeV37
BankHalifax PLC
BranchThames Valley Agencies I
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
V37 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 code HLFXGB21V37?

The code HLFXGB21V37 belongs to Thames Valley Agencies I, a unit of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21V37 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21V37 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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

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 – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21V37 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and V37 identifies the department Thames Valley Agencies I.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V37?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V37 is Thames Valley Agencies I. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21V37.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

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