SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4132T
HBUKGB4132T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hailsham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4132T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 32T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hailsham Branch |
| City | Hailsham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 32T 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 HBUKGB4132T?
HBUKGB4132T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hailsham Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Hailsham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4132T mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 32T identifies the branch Hailsham Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4132T?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4132T is Hailsham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4132T.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4132T with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4132T with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.