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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W32

HLFXGB21W32 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wellingborough, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W32

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W32
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW32
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWellingborough Silver St
CityWellingborough
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
W32 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 is behind BIC HLFXGB21W32?

HLFXGB21W32 identifies Wellingborough Silver St, a unit of Halifax PLC in Wellingborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21W32 to send euros 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 HLFXGB21W32.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W32 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21W32 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W32?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W32 points to Wellingborough Silver St. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W32.

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