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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W09

HLFXGB21W09 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W09

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W09
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW09
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWalworth Road
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
W09 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W09?

The code HLFXGB21W09 belongs to Walworth Road, part of Halifax PLC in London, 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, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W09?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W09 points to Walworth Road. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W09.

Do I need HLFXGB21W09 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21W09.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of HLFXGB21W09 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W09 is the code of the department Walworth Road.

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