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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W36

HLFXGB21W36 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wembley, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W36

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W36
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW36
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWembley (110827
CityWembley
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.
W36 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21W36?

HLFXGB21W36 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wembley (110827, a unit of Halifax PLC in Wembley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add 1–3% 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 HLFXGB21W36?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W36 points to Wembley (110827. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21W36 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21W36 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W36 identifies the branch Wembley (110827.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W36 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21W36 with the recipient before sending.

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