SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4110U
HBUKGB4110U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4110U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 10U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Colchester, North Station Road |
| City | Colchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 10U 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 HBUKGB4110U?
HBUKGB4110U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Colchester, North Station Road, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Colchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4110U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4110U.
What does each part of HBUKGB4110U stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 10U is the code of the branch Colchester, North Station Road.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4110U?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4110U points to Colchester, North Station Road. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4110U if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.