SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4104E
HBUKGB4104E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Enfield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4104E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 04E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | The Town Branch |
| City | Enfield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 04E 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4104E?
HBUKGB4104E identifies The Town Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Enfield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4104E mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 04E is the code of the branch The Town Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
Do I need HBUKGB4104E to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4104E.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4104E?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4104E points to The Town Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4104E if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.