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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21Y36

HLFXGB21Y36 belongs to Halifax PLC in Wrexham, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21Y36

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21Y36
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeY36
BankHalifax PLC
BranchWrexham (110876
CityWrexham
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
Y36 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 HLFXGB21Y36?

The code HLFXGB21Y36 belongs to Wrexham (110876, a unit of Halifax PLC in Wrexham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Halifax PLC have more 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.

How long does it take to send money to Halifax PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HLFXGB21Y36 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HLFXGB21Y36.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21Y36?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21Y36 is Wrexham (110876. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21Y36.

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