SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V60

HLFXGB21V60 belongs to Halifax PLC in Trowbridge, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21V60

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21V60
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeV60
BankHalifax PLC
BranchTrowbridge 18 Silver St
CityTrowbridge
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
V60 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/BIC code HLFXGB21V60?

HLFXGB21V60 identifies Trowbridge 18 Silver St, a unit of Halifax PLC in Trowbridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21V60 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and V60 identifies the department Trowbridge 18 Silver St.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21V60 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21V60.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V60 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21V60 with the recipient before sending.

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