SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4108J
HBUKGB4108J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4108J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 08J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Grainger Street Branch |
| City | Newcastle Upon Tyne |
| 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.
- 08J 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 HBUKGB4108J?
HBUKGB4108J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Grainger Street Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What does each part of HBUKGB4108J 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 08J identifies the department Grainger Street Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4108J?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4108J is Grainger Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4108J.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4108J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4108J.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.