SWIFT/BIC code BLICGGSXXXX
BLICGGSXXXX belongs to HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLICGGSXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLICGGSX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Peter Port |
| Country | Guernsey |
How the HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLIC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SX 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
Which bank uses SWIFT code BLICGGSXXXX?
BLICGGSXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited in St. Peter Port, Guernsey. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited in Guernsey?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use BLICGGSXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BLICGGSXXXX against the details from HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited before you confirm.
Is BLICGGSX and BLICGGSXXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BLICGGSX is the short version of BLICGGSXXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited in St. Peter Port.
What do the letters in BLICGGSXXXX mean?
BLIC is the bank code of HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited, GG is the ISO code of Guernsey, SX is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Private Bank (C.i.) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BLICGGSXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Guernsey is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.