SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W73

HLFXGB21W73 belongs to Halifax PLC in Whitley Bay, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W73

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W73
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW73
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWhitley Bay (110840
CityWhitley Bay
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.
W73 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21W73?

HLFXGB21W73 identifies Whitley Bay (110840, part of Halifax PLC in Whitley Bay, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21W73 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W73 identifies the department Whitley Bay (110840.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W73 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21W73 with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Halifax PLC have other 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.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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