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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W70

HLFXGB21W70 belongs to Halifax PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W70

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W70
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW70
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWhitchurch (Hps
CityCardiff
CountryUnited 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.
W70 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 bank is behind BIC HLFXGB21W70?

The code HLFXGB21W70 belongs to Whitchurch (Hps, part of Halifax PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21W70 stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W70 identifies the branch Whitchurch (Hps.

Do I need HLFXGB21W70 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21W70.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

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

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21W70 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21W70 with the recipient before you confirm.

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