SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4111R

HBUKGB4111R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4111R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4111R
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code11R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSouth Kensington, Sw7
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
11R 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4111R?

HBUKGB4111R is the SWIFT/BIC code of South Kensington, Sw7, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4111R stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 11R is the code of the department South Kensington, Sw7.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4111R with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4111R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4111R?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4111R is South Kensington, Sw7. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4111R if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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