SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y16
HLFXGB21Y16 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y16 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y16 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Wolverhampton School St |
| City | Wolverhampton |
| 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.
- Y16 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/BIC code HLFXGB21Y16?
HLFXGB21Y16 identifies Wolverhampton School St, part of Halifax PLC in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Halifax PLC got more 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 happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y16 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21Y16 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of HLFXGB21Y16 mean?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y16 identifies the branch Wolverhampton School St.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y16?
HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y16 is Wolverhampton School St. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HLFXGB21Y16 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.