SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W24

HLFXGB21W24 belongs to Halifax PLC in Waterlooville, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W24

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W24
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW24
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWaterlooville (Hps
CityWaterlooville
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.
W24 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 HLFXGB21W24?

HLFXGB21W24 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Waterlooville (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Waterlooville, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21W24 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21W24.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W24?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W24 points to Waterlooville (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21W24 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21W24 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21W24 with the recipient before sending.

Does Halifax PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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