SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W86
HLFXGB21W86 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wigston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21W86 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | W86 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Wigston Hps |
| City | Wigston |
| Country | United 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.
- W86 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 BIC HLFXGB21W86?
HLFXGB21W86 identifies Wigston Hps, a unit of Halifax PLC in Wigston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W86 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21W86 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W86?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W86 is Wigston Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21W86 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. 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.