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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W28

HLFXGB21W28 belongs to Halifax PLC in Harrow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W28

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W28
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW28
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWealdstone (110828
CityHarrow
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.
W28 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W28?

HLFXGB21W28 identifies Wealdstone (110828, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Harrow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W28?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W28 is Wealdstone (110828. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21W28 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21W28 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 HLFXGB21W28.

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