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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21WOD

HLFXGB21WOD belongs to Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21WOD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21WOD
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeWOD
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWoodhouse Branch
CitySheffield
CountryUnited 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.
WOD 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21WOD?

HLFXGB21WOD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Woodhouse Branch, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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.

What does each part of HLFXGB21WOD stand for?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and WOD identifies the department Woodhouse Branch.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21WOD?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21WOD points to Woodhouse Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21WOD.

Do I need HLFXGB21WOD for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21WOD.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21WOD with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21WOD against the details from Halifax PLC before you confirm.

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