SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W34
HLFXGB21W34 belongs to Halifax PLC in Telford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21W34 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | W34 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Wellington New Street |
| City | Telford |
| 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.
- W34 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21W34?
The code HLFXGB21W34 belongs to Wellington New Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in Telford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need HLFXGB21W34 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21W34.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W34?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W34 points to Wellington New Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W34.
What does each part of HLFXGB21W34 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W34 is the code of the department Wellington New Street.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.