SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4114J
HBUKGB4114J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Witney, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4114J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 14J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Witney |
| City | Witney |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 14J 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 HBUKGB4114J?
The code HBUKGB4114J belongs to Witney, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Witney, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4114J stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 14J is the code of the branch Witney.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4114J?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4114J points to Witney. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4114J.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4114J incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4114J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.