SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V84
HLFXGB21V84 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wakefield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21V84 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | V84 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Wakefield (110803 |
| City | Wakefield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- V84 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 bank uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21V84?
HLFXGB21V84 identifies Wakefield (110803, part of Halifax PLC in Wakefield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best 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.
Has Halifax PLC got more 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.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21V84 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21V84.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V84?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V84 points to Wakefield (110803. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21V84 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.