SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V70
HLFXGB21V70 belongs to Halifax PLC in Staines, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21V70 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | V70 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Staines (118479 |
| City | Staines |
| Country | United 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.
- V70 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 HLFXGB21V70?
HLFXGB21V70 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Staines (118479, part of Halifax PLC in Staines, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21V70 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21V70 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V70?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V70 is Staines (118479. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21V70.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of HLFXGB21V70 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and V70 is the code of the branch Staines (118479.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.