SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4124E
HBUKGB4124E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Cannock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4124E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 24E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hednesford Branch |
| City | Cannock |
| 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.
- 24E 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 bank is behind BIC HBUKGB4124E?
The code HBUKGB4124E belongs to Hednesford Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Cannock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4124E mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 24E identifies the branch Hednesford Branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4124E?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4124E is Hednesford Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4124E.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4124E incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4124E 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.