SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4103T

HBUKGB4103T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Cleckheaton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4103T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4103T
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code03T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCleckheaton
CityCleckheaton
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
03T 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4103T?

HBUKGB4103T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cleckheaton, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Cleckheaton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4103T mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 03T is the code of the branch Cleckheaton.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4103T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4103T.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4103T?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4103T points to Cleckheaton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4103T.

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