SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4108H
HBUKGB4108H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Newbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4108H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 08H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Newbury |
| City | Newbury |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 08H 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 HBUKGB4108H?
HBUKGB4108H identifies Newbury, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Newbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4108H 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 HBUKGB4108H.
What is the best 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 transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4108H incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4108H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4108H 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 08H identifies the branch Newbury.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.