SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4129B
HBUKGB4129B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Diss, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4129B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 29B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Diss Branch |
| City | Diss |
| Country | United 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.
- 29B 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 branch is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4129B?
HBUKGB4129B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Diss Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Diss, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4129B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 HBUKGB4129B.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4129B incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4129B against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.