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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W07

HLFXGB21W07 belongs to Halifax PLC in Walton-On-Thames, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W07

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W07
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW07
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWalton-On-Thames 46 H St
CityWalton-On-Thames
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
W07 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21W07?

HLFXGB21W07 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Walton-On-Thames 46 H St, part of Halifax PLC in Walton-On-Thames, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W07 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21W07 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HLFXGB21W07 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21W07.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W07?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W07 points to Walton-On-Thames 46 H St. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W07.

What does each part of HLFXGB21W07 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and W07 is the code of the branch Walton-On-Thames 46 H St.

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