SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21W99
HLFXGB21W99 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21W99 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | W99 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Winton |
| City | Bournemouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- W99 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 BIC HLFXGB21W99?
HLFXGB21W99 identifies Winton, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Bournemouth, 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 in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21W99 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21W99.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21W99 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21W99 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21W99?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21W99 is Winton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21W99 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.