SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W88
HLFXGB21W88 belongs to Halifax PLC in Hull, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21W88 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | W88 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Hull City - 118868 |
| City | Hull |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- W88 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 code HLFXGB21W88?
HLFXGB21W88 identifies Hull City - 118868, part of Halifax PLC in Hull, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21W88 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21W88.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W88?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W88 points to Hull City - 118868. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21W88.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21W88 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21W88 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.