SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4102P
HBUKGB4102P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Blackburn, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4102P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 02P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Blackburn |
| City | Blackburn |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 02P 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 HBUKGB4102P?
HBUKGB4102P identifies Blackburn, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Blackburn, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HBUKGB4102P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4102P.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4102P mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 02P identifies the department Blackburn.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4102P incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4102P with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.