SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W95

HLFXGB21W95 belongs to Halifax PLC in Windsor, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21W95

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21W95
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeW95
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWindsor (110849
CityWindsor
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.
W95 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 HLFXGB21W95?

HLFXGB21W95 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Windsor (110849, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Windsor, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HLFXGB21W95 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and W95 identifies the department Windsor (110849.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21W95 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21W95.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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