SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4127G
HBUKGB4127G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4127G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 27G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Coventry, Cheylesmore 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.
- 27G 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4127G?
The code HBUKGB4127G belongs to Coventry, Cheylesmore Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4127G with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4127G with the recipient before you confirm.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4127G to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4127G.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.