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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W42

HLFXGB21W42 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W42

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W42
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW42
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWest Country Mtge Desk
CityLeeds
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.
W42 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 HLFXGB21W42?

The code HLFXGB21W42 belongs to West Country Mtge Desk, part of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly 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.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21W42 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21W42.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21W42 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21W42 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W42?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W42 is West Country Mtge Desk. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W42.

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