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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21WAL

HLFXGB21WAL belongs to Halifax PLC in Walsall, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21WAL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21WAL
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeWAL
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWalsall
CityWalsall
CountryUnited 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.
WAL 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21WAL?

The code HLFXGB21WAL belongs to Walsall, a unit of Halifax PLC in Walsall, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21WAL?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21WAL points to Walsall. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21WAL if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21WAL incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21WAL against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

Do I need HLFXGB21WAL to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21WAL.

Does Halifax PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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