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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4116F

HBUKGB4116F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Alnwick, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4116F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4116F
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code16F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAlnwick Branch
CityAlnwick
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.
16F 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 HBUKGB4116F?

The code HBUKGB4116F belongs to Alnwick Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Alnwick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4116F 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 16F is the code of the branch Alnwick Branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4116F incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4116F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4116F?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4116F is Alnwick Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4116F.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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