SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4120V
HBUKGB4120V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Borehamwood, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4120V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 20V |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Boreham Wood Elstree Branch |
| City | Borehamwood |
| 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.
- 20V 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 HBUKGB4120V?
HBUKGB4120V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Boreham Wood Elstree Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Borehamwood, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4120V with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4120V against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4120V 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 20V is the code of the branch Boreham Wood Elstree Branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need HBUKGB4120V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4120V.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.