SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4114G

HBUKGB4114G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Horsham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4114G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4114G
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code14G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHorsham
CityHorsham
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
14G 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4114G?

The code HBUKGB4114G belongs to Horsham, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Horsham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4114G stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 14G is the code of the branch Horsham.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4114G incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4114G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4114G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4114G.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4114G?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4114G points to Horsham. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4114G 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.