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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W01

HLFXGB21W01 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W01

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W01
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW01
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWalthamstow (110809
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
W01 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

What bank uses BIC HLFXGB21W01?

The code HLFXGB21W01 belongs to Walthamstow (110809, a unit of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21W01 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21W01 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W01?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W01 is Walthamstow (110809. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21W01 if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HLFXGB21W01 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and W01 is the code of the department Walthamstow (110809.

Do I need HLFXGB21W01 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21W01.

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