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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y08

HLFXGB21Y08 belongs to Halifax PLC in Witney, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y08

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y08
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY08
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWitney (110859
CityWitney
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.
Y08 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 uses SWIFT code HLFXGB21Y08?

The code HLFXGB21Y08 belongs to Witney (110859, a unit of Halifax PLC in Witney, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HLFXGB21Y08 mean?

HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y08 is the code of the department Witney (110859.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y08 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21Y08.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?

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

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y08?

HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y08 is Witney (110859. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y08.

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