SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V63

HLFXGB21V63 belongs to Halifax PLC in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21V63

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21V63
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeV63
BankHalifax PLC
BranchTunbridge Wells - 118676
CityTunbridge Wells
CountryUnited 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.
V63 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 HLFXGB21V63?

HLFXGB21V63 identifies Tunbridge Wells - 118676, part of Halifax PLC in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21V63 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and V63 is the code of the branch Tunbridge Wells - 118676.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21V63 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21V63 with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HLFXGB21V63 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21V63.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V63?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V63 points to Tunbridge Wells - 118676. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21V63 if the recipient asks for it.

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