SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4104J
HBUKGB4104J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Grantham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4104J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 04J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Grantham |
| City | Grantham |
| Country | United 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.
- 04J 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 BIC HBUKGB4104J?
HBUKGB4104J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Grantham, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Grantham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4104J incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4104J with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4104J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4104J.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4104J 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 04J is the code of the branch Grantham.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.