SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W44
HLFXGB21W44 belongs to Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21W44 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | W44 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | West Derby (Hea |
| City | Liverpool |
| 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.
- W44 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 SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W44?
The code HLFXGB21W44 belongs to West Derby (Hea, a unit of Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Halifax PLC have 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 happens if I use HLFXGB21W44 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21W44 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
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 HLFXGB21W44?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W44 is West Derby (Hea. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W44.
What does each part of HLFXGB21W44 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W44 identifies the branch West Derby (Hea.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.