SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4127C
HBUKGB4127C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Corwen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4127C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 27C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Corwen Branch |
| City | Corwen |
| 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.
- 27C 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
What bank uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4127C?
HBUKGB4127C identifies Corwen Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Corwen, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4127C mean?
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 27C identifies the branch Corwen Branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4127C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4127C.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4127C?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4127C points to Corwen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4127C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.