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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4112T

HBUKGB4112T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Halesowen, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4112T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4112T
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code12T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHalesowen
CityHalesowen
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.
12T 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 BIC HBUKGB4112T?

HBUKGB4112T identifies Halesowen, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Halesowen, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4112T stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 12T is the code of the branch Halesowen.

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 – the difference can be large.

Do I need HBUKGB4112T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4112T.

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.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4112T?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4112T points to Halesowen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4112T.

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