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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W55

HLFXGB21W55 belongs to Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W55

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W55
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW55
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWest Scotland Mtg 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.
W55 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 HLFXGB21W55?

The code HLFXGB21W55 belongs to West Scotland Mtg Desk, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W55?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W55 points to West Scotland Mtg Desk. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21W55 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need HLFXGB21W55 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21W55.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W55 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21W55 against the details from Halifax PLC before sending.

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