SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4123H

HBUKGB4123H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Builth Wells, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4123H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4123H
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code23H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBuilth Wells Branch
CityBuilth Wells
CountryUnited 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.
23H 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4123H?

HBUKGB4123H identifies Builth Wells Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Builth Wells, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4123H stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 23H identifies the branch Builth Wells Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4123H?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4123H points to Builth Wells Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4123H if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need HBUKGB4123H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4123H.

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