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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W27

HLFXGB21W27 belongs to Halifax PLC in Watford, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W27

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W27
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW27
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWatford - 110820
CityWatford
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
W27 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 bank is behind BIC HLFXGB21W27?

HLFXGB21W27 identifies Watford - 110820, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Watford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W27?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W27 points to Watford - 110820. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W27.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W27 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21W27 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What does each part of HLFXGB21W27 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and W27 is the code of the department Watford - 110820.

Has Halifax PLC got 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.

Do I need HLFXGB21W27 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21W27.

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