SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y10
HLFXGB21Y10 belongs to Halifax PLC in Woking, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y10 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y10 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Woking - 111213 |
| City | Woking |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- Y10 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 code HLFXGB21Y10?
HLFXGB21Y10 identifies Woking - 111213, part of Halifax PLC in Woking, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21Y10 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21Y10.
Does Halifax PLC have 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. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I use HLFXGB21Y10 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HLFXGB21Y10 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.