SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4129K
HBUKGB4129K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Dovercourt, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4129K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 29K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Dovercourt Branch |
| City | Dovercourt |
| 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.
- 29K 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4129K?
HBUKGB4129K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dovercourt Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Dovercourt, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4129K mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 29K identifies the branch Dovercourt Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4129K?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4129K is Dovercourt Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4129K if the recipient asks for it.
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 a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4129K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4129K.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.