SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4113A
HBUKGB4113A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bridgend, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4113A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 13A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bridgend |
| City | Bridgend |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 13A 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 HBUKGB4113A?
The code HBUKGB4113A belongs to Bridgend, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Bridgend, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4113A stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 13A identifies the department Bridgend.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4113A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4113A.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4113A?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4113A is Bridgend. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4113A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.