SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4111J
HBUKGB4111J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Windsor, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4111J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 11J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Windsor, High Street |
| City | Windsor |
| Country | United 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.
- 11J 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 BIC HBUKGB4111J?
The code HBUKGB4111J belongs to Windsor, High Street, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Windsor, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4111J?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4111J is Windsor, High Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4111J.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HBUKGB4111J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4111J.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4111J incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4111J with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.