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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4103W

HBUKGB4103W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4103W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4103W
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code03W
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCentral Branch
CityCroydon
CountryUnited 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.
03W 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/BIC code HBUKGB4103W?

The code HBUKGB4103W belongs to Central Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of HBUKGB4103W stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 03W is the code of the department Central Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4103W?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4103W points to Central Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4103W.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4103W incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4103W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need HBUKGB4103W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4103W.

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