SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4127B

HBUKGB4127B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Corsham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4127B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4127B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code27B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCorsham Branch
CityCorsham
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.
27B 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 HBUKGB4127B?

HBUKGB4127B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Corsham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Corsham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4127B with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4127B with the recipient before sending.

What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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 does each part of HBUKGB4127B mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 27B is the code of the department Corsham Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4127B?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4127B is Corsham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4127B.

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