SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W30
HLFXGB21W30 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21W30 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | W30 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Wednesfield (Hps |
| City | Wolverhampton |
| Country | United 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.
- W30 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 BIC HLFXGB21W30?
The code HLFXGB21W30 belongs to Wednesfield (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21W30 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and W30 is the code of the branch Wednesfield (Hps.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W30?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W30 points to Wednesfield (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21W30 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21W30 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21W30.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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.