SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y21
HLFXGB21Y21 belongs to Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y21 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y21 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Woolton (Hea |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- Y21 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 BIC HLFXGB21Y21?
The code HLFXGB21Y21 belongs to Woolton (Hea, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HLFXGB21Y21 stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and Y21 is the code of the branch Woolton (Hea.
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.
What happens if I enter HLFXGB21Y21 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HLFXGB21Y21 with the recipient before sending.
Has Halifax PLC got other 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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y21?
HLFXGB21 is the main office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y21 is Woolton (Hea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HLFXGB21Y21 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.