SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4125M
HBUKGB4125M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Chesham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4125M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 25M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chesham Branch |
| City | Chesham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 25M 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 BIC HBUKGB4125M?
HBUKGB4125M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chesham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Chesham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4125M?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4125M points to Chesham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4125M.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4125M to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4125M.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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.
What is the cheapest 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.