SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4127F
HBUKGB4127F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4127F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 27F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Balsall Common Branch |
| City | Coventry |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 27F 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4127F?
The code HBUKGB4127F belongs to Balsall Common Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need HBUKGB4127F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4127F.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4127F with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4127F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4127F?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4127F is Balsall Common Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4127F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.