SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V53
HLFXGB21V53 belongs to Halifax PLC in Torquay, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21V53 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | V53 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Torquay 53 Union Street |
| City | Torquay |
| Country | United 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.
- V53 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 is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21V53?
HLFXGB21V53 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Torquay 53 Union Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in Torquay, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21V53 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and V53 is the code of the department Torquay 53 Union Street.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V53 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21V53 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
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.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21V53 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 do need HLFXGB21V53.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.