SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4112G

HBUKGB4112G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Epsom, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4112G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4112G
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code12G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEpsom
CityEpsom
CountryUnited 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.
12G 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 HBUKGB4112G?

The code HBUKGB4112G belongs to Epsom, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Epsom, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4112G with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4112G with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4112G to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4112G.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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