SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4125C

HBUKGB4125C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Caterham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4125C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4125C
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code25C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCaterham Branch
CityCaterham
CountryUnited 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.
25C 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4125C?

HBUKGB4125C identifies Caterham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Caterham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4125C with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4125C against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4125C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4125C.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.