SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4123U
HBUKGB4123U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Calne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4123U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 23U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Calne Branch |
| City | Calne |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 23U 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 HBUKGB4123U?
HBUKGB4123U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Calne Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Calne, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4123U to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4123U.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
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.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4123U incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4123U 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.