SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4121F
HBUKGB4121F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4121F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 21F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bournemouth, Winton Branch |
| City | Bournemouth |
| 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.
- 21F 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4121F?
HBUKGB4121F identifies Bournemouth, Winton Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4121F?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4121F is Bournemouth, Winton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4121F if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4121F with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4121F with the recipient before you confirm.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need HBUKGB4121F 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 HBUKGB4121F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.