SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4124A
HBUKGB4124A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4124A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 24A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cambridge, Chesterton Road Branch |
| City | Cambridge |
| Country | United 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.
- 24A 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 BIC HBUKGB4124A?
HBUKGB4124A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cambridge, Chesterton Road Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4124A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4124A.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4124A with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4124A with the recipient before sending.
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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.