SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y01
HLFXGB21Y01 belongs to Halifax PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y01 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Winton 405 Wimbourne Road |
| City | Bournemouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- Y01 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 HLFXGB21Y01?
HLFXGB21Y01 identifies Winton 405 Wimbourne Road, part of Halifax PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y01 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HLFXGB21Y01 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
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 HLFXGB21Y01 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21Y01.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has Halifax PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.