SWIFT/BIC code HOBSGB21XXX
HOBSGB21XXX belongs to Holmesdale Building Society in Reigate, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HOBSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HOBSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Holmesdale Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Reigate |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Holmesdale Building Society SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HOBS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 HOBSGB21XXX?
HOBSGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Holmesdale Building Society in Reigate, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Holmesdale Building Society does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use HOBSGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HOBSGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Holmesdale Building Society use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HOBSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Holmesdale Building Society in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are HOBSGB21 and HOBSGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HOBSGB21 is the 8-character version of HOBSGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Holmesdale Building Society in Reigate.
Do I need HOBSGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HOBSGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Holmesdale Building Society in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.