SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4125A
HBUKGB4125A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Castle Donington, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4125A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 25A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Castle Donington Branch |
| City | Castle Donington |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 25A 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 branch uses BIC HBUKGB4125A?
HBUKGB4125A identifies Castle Donington Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Castle Donington, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4125A?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4125A points to Castle Donington Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4125A.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4125A incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4125A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4125A stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 25A is the code of the department Castle Donington Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.