SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4126J

HBUKGB4126J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Clevedon, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4126J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4126J
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code26J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchClevedon, Triangle Branch
CityClevedon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
26J 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 HBUKGB4126J?

The code HBUKGB4126J belongs to Clevedon, Triangle Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Clevedon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4126J to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4126J.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4126J with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4126J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of HBUKGB4126J mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 26J is the code of the department Clevedon, Triangle Branch.

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

Many banks 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.

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