SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4108G
HBUKGB4108G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4108G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 08G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cleveland Centre Branch |
| City | Middlesbrough |
| Country | United 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.
- 08G 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 BIC HBUKGB4108G?
The code HBUKGB4108G belongs to Cleveland Centre Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4108G to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4108G.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4108G mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 08G is the code of the department Cleveland Centre Branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4108G with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4108G with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4108G?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4108G points to Cleveland Centre Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4108G.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.