SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4115J
HBUKGB4115J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hounslow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4115J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 15J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hounslow, Great West Road |
| City | Hounslow |
| Country | United 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.
- 15J 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 HBUKGB4115J?
HBUKGB4115J identifies Hounslow, Great West Road, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Hounslow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4115J incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4115J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HBUKGB4115J 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. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4115J.
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, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.