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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4132U

HBUKGB4132U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Halesworth, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4132U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4132U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code32U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHalesworth Branch
CityHalesworth
CountryUnited 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.
32U 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4132U?

The code HBUKGB4132U belongs to Halesworth Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Halesworth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4132U to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4132U.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4132U incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4132U against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of HBUKGB4132U 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 32U identifies the department Halesworth Branch.

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. 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.