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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y18

HLFXGB21Y18 belongs to Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y18

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y18
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY18
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWood Green (110867
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
Y18 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 HLFXGB21Y18?

The code HLFXGB21Y18 belongs to Wood Green (110867, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y18 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HLFXGB21Y18.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Banks often 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.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y18?

HLFXGB21 points to the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y18 is Wood Green (110867. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HLFXGB21Y18 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y18 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21Y18 with the recipient before sending.

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