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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4116C

HBUKGB4116C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Addlestone, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4116C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4116C
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code16C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAddlestone Branch
CityAddlestone
CountryUnited 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.
16C 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4116C?

HBUKGB4116C identifies Addlestone Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Addlestone, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4116C incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4116C with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4116C mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 16C is the code of the department Addlestone Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4116C?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4116C is Addlestone Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4116C if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4116C to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4116C.

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