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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4120L

HBUKGB4120L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Blandford Forum, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4120L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4120L
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code20L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBlandford Forum Branch
CityBlandford Forum
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.
20L 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4120L?

HBUKGB4120L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Blandford Forum Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Blandford Forum, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4120L with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4120L with the recipient before you confirm.

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.

Do I need HBUKGB4120L to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4120L.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4120L stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 20L is the code of the branch Blandford Forum Branch.

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