SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4131L
HBUKGB4131L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Folkestone, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4131L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 31L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Folkestone, Cheriton Branch |
| City | Folkestone |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 31L 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4131L?
HBUKGB4131L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Folkestone, Cheriton Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Folkestone, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4131L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4131L.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4131L with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4131L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
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.
What does each part of HBUKGB4131L stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 31L identifies the branch Folkestone, Cheriton Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.