SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4112K
HBUKGB4112K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Esher, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4112K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 12K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Esher |
| City | Esher |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 12K 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 HBUKGB4112K?
The code HBUKGB4112K belongs to Esher, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Esher, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4112K stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 12K is the code of the branch Esher.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4112K?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4112K is Esher. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4112K if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4112K with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4112K against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank 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.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.