SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21V99
HLFXGB21V99 belongs to Halifax PLC in Waltham Cross, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21V99 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | V99 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Waltham Cross - 110811 |
| City | Waltham Cross |
| Country | United 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.
- V99 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 BIC HLFXGB21V99?
HLFXGB21V99 identifies Waltham Cross - 110811, part of Halifax PLC in Waltham Cross, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21V99 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and V99 is the code of the department Waltham Cross - 110811.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21V99?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21V99 points to Waltham Cross - 110811. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21V99.
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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services 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, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.