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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W89

HLFXGB21W89 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wilmslow, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W89

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W89
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW89
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWilmslow (110850
CityWilmslow
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
W89 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W89?

HLFXGB21W89 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wilmslow (110850, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Wilmslow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W89?

HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W89 is Wilmslow (110850. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21W89 if the recipient asks for it.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 does each part of HLFXGB21W89 mean?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W89 is the code of the department Wilmslow (110850.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21W89 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21W89.

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