SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4115N
HBUKGB4115N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4115N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 15N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Newgate Street |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 15N 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 code HBUKGB4115N?
HBUKGB4115N identifies Newgate Street, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4115N incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4115N against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of HBUKGB4115N mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 15N is the code of the branch Newgate Street.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4115N?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4115N is Newgate Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4115N.
Do I need HBUKGB4115N to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4115N.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.