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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4103S

HBUKGB4103S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Chichester, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4103S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4103S
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code03S
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchChichester
CityChichester
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
03S 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4103S?

HBUKGB4103S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chichester, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Chichester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4103S?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4103S points to Chichester. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4103S.

Do I need HBUKGB4103S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4103S.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4103S incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4103S against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.