GoldexPay
Language: EN
English Nederlands Deutsch Français Español

SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W85

HLFXGB21W85 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W85

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W85
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW85
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWigan Mesnes 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.
W85 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21W85?

The code HLFXGB21W85 belongs to Wigan Mesnes Street, part of Halifax PLC in Wigan, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HLFXGB21W85 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21W85.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W85 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21W85 against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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