SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V61

HLFXGB21V61 belongs to Halifax PLC in Truro, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21V61

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21V61
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeV61
BankHalifax PLC
BranchTruro (110789
CityTruro
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
V61 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 HLFXGB21V61?

HLFXGB21V61 identifies Truro (110789, part of Halifax PLC in Truro, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have 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 HLFXGB21V61?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V61 is Truro (110789. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21V61.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21V61 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and V61 identifies the department Truro (110789.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V61 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21V61 with the recipient before sending.

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

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.

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