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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4116B

HBUKGB4116B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Accrington, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4116B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4116B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code16B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAccrington Branch
CityAccrington
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
16B 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 code HBUKGB4116B?

HBUKGB4116B identifies Accrington Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Accrington, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4116B with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4116B with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4116B?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4116B points to Accrington Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4116B if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4116B for a euro transfer 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 HBUKGB4116B.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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.