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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4123L

HBUKGB4123L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Burnham-On-Sea, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4123L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4123L
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code23L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBurnham-On-Sea Branch
CityBurnham-On-Sea
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
23L 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 code HBUKGB4123L?

HBUKGB4123L identifies Burnham-On-Sea Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Burnham-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4123L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4123L.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

What happens if I use HBUKGB4123L with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4123L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

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