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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4126B

HBUKGB4126B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Chorley, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4126B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4126B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code26B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchChorley Branch
CityChorley
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.
26B 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4126B?

HBUKGB4126B identifies Chorley Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Chorley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4126B stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 26B is the code of the department Chorley Branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4126B to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4126B.

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