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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4121N

HBUKGB4121N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bridgwater, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4121N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4121N
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code21N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBridgwater Branch
CityBridgwater
CountryUnited 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.
21N 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4121N?

HBUKGB4121N identifies Bridgwater Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Bridgwater, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4121N with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4121N with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of HBUKGB4121N 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 21N is the code of the branch Bridgwater Branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4121N for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4121N.

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.

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