SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4127K
HBUKGB4127K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4127K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 27K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Coventry, Foleshill Branch |
| City | Coventry |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 27K 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 code HBUKGB4127K?
The code HBUKGB4127K belongs to Coventry, Foleshill Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4127K mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 27K is the code of the department Coventry, Foleshill Branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4127K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4127K.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4127K?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4127K is Coventry, Foleshill Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4127K if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.