SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4115U

HBUKGB4115U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Abergavenny, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4115U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4115U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code15U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAbergavenny Branch
CityAbergavenny
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
15U 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

What bank is behind BIC HBUKGB4115U?

HBUKGB4115U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Abergavenny Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Abergavenny, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4115U with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4115U with the recipient before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4115U stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 15U identifies the branch Abergavenny Branch.

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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need HBUKGB4115U to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4115U.

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