SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4124L
HBUKGB4124L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4124L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 24L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cardiff, Rumney Branch |
| City | Cardiff |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 24L 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 BIC HBUKGB4124L?
HBUKGB4124L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cardiff, Rumney Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Cardiff, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4124L?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4124L is Cardiff, Rumney Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4124L if the recipient asks for it.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4124L with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4124L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.