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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W72

HLFXGB21W72 belongs to Halifax PLC in Whitehaven, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W72

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W72
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW72
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWhitehaven (110839
CityWhitehaven
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
W72 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB21W72?

The code HLFXGB21W72 belongs to Whitehaven (110839, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Whitehaven, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got more 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.

Do I need HLFXGB21W72 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21W72.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W72?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W72 points to Whitehaven (110839. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21W72 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W72 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21W72 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.