SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4112B
HBUKGB4112B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Taunton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4112B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 12B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Taunton Area Branch |
| City | Taunton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HBUK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 41 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 12B 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4112B?
The code HBUKGB4112B belongs to Taunton Area Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Taunton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4112B incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4112B with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4112B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4112B.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4112B mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 12B identifies the branch Taunton Area Branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.