SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y35
HLFXGB21Y35 belongs to Halifax PLC in Stonehouse, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21Y35 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | Y35 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Wotton Under Edge (Hps |
| City | Stonehouse |
| 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.
- Y35 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 branch is behind BIC HLFXGB21Y35?
HLFXGB21Y35 identifies Wotton Under Edge (Hps, a branch or department of Halifax PLC in Stonehouse, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y35?
HLFXGB21 is the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y35 points to Wotton Under Edge (Hps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y35.
What do the letters in HLFXGB21Y35 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and Y35 is the code of the branch Wotton Under Edge (Hps.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HLFXGB21Y35 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 still need HLFXGB21Y35.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.