SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4129J
HBUKGB4129J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Dover, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4129J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 29J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Dover Branch |
| City | Dover |
| 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.
- 29J 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 BIC HBUKGB4129J?
The code HBUKGB4129J belongs to Dover Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Dover, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4129J?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4129J points to Dover Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4129J.
Do I need HBUKGB4129J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4129J.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.