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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4126P

HBUKGB4126P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Cockfosters, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4126P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4126P
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code26P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCockfosters Branch
CityCockfosters
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.
26P 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4126P?

HBUKGB4126P identifies Cockfosters Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Cockfosters, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4126P with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4126P against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of HBUKGB4126P mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 26P identifies the department Cockfosters Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4126P?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4126P points to Cockfosters Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4126P if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4126P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4126P.

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