SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V45

HLFXGB21V45 belongs to Halifax PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21V45

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21V45
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeV45
BankHalifax PLC
BranchTilehurst (Hps
CityReading
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
V45 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 HLFXGB21V45?

HLFXGB21V45 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tilehurst (Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V45?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V45 points to Tilehurst (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21V45 if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21V45 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and V45 is the code of the department Tilehurst (Hps.

Do I need HLFXGB21V45 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21V45.

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