SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4121J
HBUKGB4121J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Brampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4121J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 21J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Brampton Branch |
| City | Brampton |
| Country | United 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.
- 21J 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 bank uses BIC HBUKGB4121J?
HBUKGB4121J identifies Brampton Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Brampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4121J?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4121J points to Brampton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4121J.
Do I need HBUKGB4121J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4121J.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4121J mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 21J is the code of the branch Brampton Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.