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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4108B

HBUKGB4108B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4108B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4108B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code08B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWest Smithfield Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
08B 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4108B?

HBUKGB4108B is the SWIFT/BIC code of West Smithfield Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4108B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4108B.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4108B stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 08B is the code of the department West Smithfield Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4108B?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4108B points to West Smithfield Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4108B if the recipient asks for it.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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