SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W26
HLFXGB21W26 belongs to Halifax PLC in Watford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21W26 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | W26 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Watford - 111073 |
| City | Watford |
| Country | United 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.
- W26 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21W26?
The code HLFXGB21W26 belongs to Watford - 111073, a unit of Halifax PLC in Watford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21W26 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21W26 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21W26 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21W26.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W26?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W26 points to Watford - 111073. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21W26 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.