SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4121G
HBUKGB4121G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bradford-On-Avon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4121G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 21G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bradford-On-Avon Branch |
| City | Bradford-On-Avon |
| 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.
- 21G 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 code HBUKGB4121G?
The code HBUKGB4121G belongs to Bradford-On-Avon Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Bradford-On-Avon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4121G 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 HBUKGB4121G.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4121G with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4121G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4121G stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 21G is the code of the branch Bradford-On-Avon Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.