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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W56

HLFXGB21W56 belongs to Halifax PLC in Pontyoriidd, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W56

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W56
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW56
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWest Wales Agencies (110765
CityPontyoriidd
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.
W56 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 HLFXGB21W56?

The code HLFXGB21W56 belongs to West Wales Agencies (110765, a unit of Halifax PLC in Pontyoriidd, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HLFXGB21W56 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21W56.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W56?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W56 is West Wales Agencies (110765. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W56.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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