SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4120P
HBUKGB4120P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bodmin, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4120P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 20P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bodmin Branch |
| City | Bodmin |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 20P 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 HBUKGB4120P?
HBUKGB4120P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bodmin Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Bodmin, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4120P incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4120P with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Do I need HBUKGB4120P to send euros 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 still need HBUKGB4120P.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.