SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4108K
HBUKGB4108K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Newport (Gwent), United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4108K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 08K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bridge Street Branch |
| City | Newport (Gwent) |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 08K 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4108K?
The code HBUKGB4108K belongs to Bridge Street Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Newport (Gwent), United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4108K incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4108K against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need HBUKGB4108K for a euro transfer 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 HBUKGB4108K.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4108K 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 08K identifies the department Bridge Street Branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.