SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4131R
HBUKGB4131R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Frome, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4131R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 31R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Frome Branch |
| City | Frome |
| 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.
- 31R 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 BIC HBUKGB4131R?
HBUKGB4131R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Frome Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Frome, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4131R 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 HBUKGB4131R.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4131R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4131R with the recipient before you confirm.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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 HBUKGB4131R mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 31R identifies the branch Frome Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.