SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4121L

HBUKGB4121L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Brentwood, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4121L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4121L
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code21L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBrentwood Branch
CityBrentwood
CountryUnited 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.
21L 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 HBUKGB4121L?

HBUKGB4121L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Brentwood Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Brentwood, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4121L mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 21L identifies the department Brentwood Branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4121L?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4121L points to Brentwood Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4121L.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4121L incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4121L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.