SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4124K
HBUKGB4124K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4124K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 24K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cardiff, Rhyd-y-Penau Branch |
| City | Cardiff |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 24K 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4124K?
HBUKGB4124K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cardiff, Rhyd-y-Penau Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4124K mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 24K identifies the department Cardiff, Rhyd-y-Penau Branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4124K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4124K.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4124K incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4124K against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.