SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4110R

HBUKGB4110R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4110R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4110R
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code10R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBlackfriars, Kings Reach, Se1
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
10R 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 BIC HBUKGB4110R?

HBUKGB4110R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Blackfriars, Kings Reach, Se1, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4110R to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4110R.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4110R?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4110R points to Blackfriars, Kings Reach, Se1. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4110R.

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.

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

Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.

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