SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB31WVL
HLFXGB31WVL belongs to Halifax (All UK Retail Offices) in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB31WVL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB31 |
| Branch code | WVL |
| Bank | Halifax (All UK Retail Offices) |
| Branch | Walton Vale |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax (All UK Retail Offices) 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).
- 31 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- WVL 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 SWIFT code HLFXGB31WVL?
The code HLFXGB31WVL belongs to Walton Vale, part of Halifax (All UK Retail Offices) in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HLFXGB31WVL with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HLFXGB31WVL against the details from Halifax (All UK Retail Offices) before sending.
What do the letters in HLFXGB31WVL stand for?
HLFX is the bank code of Halifax (All UK Retail Offices), GB stands for United Kingdom, 31 is the location code and WVL is the code of the branch Walton Vale.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Halifax (All UK Retail Offices)?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Does Halifax (All UK Retail Offices) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax (All UK Retail Offices) in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax (All UK Retail Offices).
Can I use HLFXGB31 instead of HLFXGB31WVL?
HLFXGB31 is the head office of Halifax (All UK Retail Offices), while HLFXGB31WVL points to Walton Vale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB31WVL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.