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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4113W

HBUKGB4113W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Canterbury, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4113W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4113W
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code13W
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCanterbury, Whitefriars
CityCanterbury
CountryUnited 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.
13W 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4113W?

The code HBUKGB4113W belongs to Canterbury, Whitefriars, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Canterbury, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4113W with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4113W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4113W?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4113W points to Canterbury, Whitefriars. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4113W.

Do I need HBUKGB4113W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4113W.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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