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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W83

HLFXGB21W83 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W83

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W83
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW83
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWigan Crompton Street
CityWigan
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.
W83 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W83?

HLFXGB21W83 identifies Wigan Crompton Street, a unit of Halifax PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.

What happens if I use HLFXGB21W83 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21W83 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W83?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W83 points to Wigan Crompton Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W83.

Do I need HLFXGB21W83 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21W83.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.