SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4112M

HBUKGB4112M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Barnsley, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4112M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4112M
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code12M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBarnsley
CityBarnsley
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
12M 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4112M?

HBUKGB4112M identifies Barnsley, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Barnsley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HBUKGB4112M stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 12M is the code of the branch Barnsley.

Do I need HBUKGB4112M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4112M.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

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

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4112M?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4112M points to Barnsley. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4112M.

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