SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y03
HLFXGB21Y03 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wishaw, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y03 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y03 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Wishaw |
| City | Wishaw |
| Country | United 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.
- Y03 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 bank is behind SWIFT code HLFXGB21Y03?
HLFXGB21Y03 identifies Wishaw, a unit of Halifax PLC in Wishaw, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Halifax PLC have more 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.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21Y03 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB21Y03 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y03?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y03 is Wishaw. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y03.
What does each part of HLFXGB21Y03 stand for?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y03 is the code of the branch Wishaw.
What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.