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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4111W

HBUKGB4111W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in East Grinstead, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4111W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4111W
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code11W
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEast Grinstead
CityEast Grinstead
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
11W 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4111W?

HBUKGB4111W identifies East Grinstead, part of HSBC Bank PLC in East Grinstead, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4111W with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4111W with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4111W stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 11W identifies the branch East Grinstead.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4111W?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4111W is East Grinstead. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4111W.

Do I need HBUKGB4111W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4111W.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. 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.