SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4112R

HBUKGB4112R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hove, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4112R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4112R
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code12R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHove, Church Road
CityHove
CountryUnited 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.
12R 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 bank uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4112R?

HBUKGB4112R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hove, Church Road, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Hove, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4112R mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 12R is the code of the branch Hove, Church Road.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4112R?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4112R points to Hove, Church Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4112R.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4112R incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4112R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4112R to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4112R.

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