SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W61
HLFXGB21W61 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21W61 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | W61 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Westhoughton (Hea |
| City | Bolton |
| 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.
- W61 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 uses BIC HLFXGB21W61?
HLFXGB21W61 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Westhoughton (Hea, part of Halifax PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HLFXGB21W61 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21W61.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21W61 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21W61 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21W61 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and W61 is the code of the department Westhoughton (Hea.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.