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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W81

HLFXGB21W81 belongs to Halifax PLC in Widnes, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W81

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W81
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW81
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWidnes (Hps
CityWidnes
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
W81 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/BIC code HLFXGB21W81?

HLFXGB21W81 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Widnes (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Widnes, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HLFXGB21W81 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W81 is the code of the branch Widnes (Hps.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W81 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21W81 with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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.

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

Do I need HLFXGB21W81 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21W81.

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