SWIFT/BIC code HSACGB21XXX
HSACGB21XXX belongs to HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited in St. Albans, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSACGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSACGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Albans |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSAC 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/BIC code HSACGB21XXX?
HSACGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited in St. Albans, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HSACGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is HSACGB21 and HSACGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HSACGB21 is the 8-character version of HSACGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited in St. Albans.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Actuaries and Consultants Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HSACGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HSACGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.