SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V46
HLFXGB21V46 belongs to Halifax PLC in Tiverton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21V46 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | V46 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Tiverton (110778 |
| City | Tiverton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- V46 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21V46?
HLFXGB21V46 identifies Tiverton (110778, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Tiverton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21V46 for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21V46.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V46?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V46 is Tiverton (110778. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21V46 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers 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.