SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4116N

HBUKGB4116N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Amlwch, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4116N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4116N
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code16N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAmlwch Branch
CityAmlwch
CountryUnited 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.
16N 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 BIC HBUKGB4116N?

The code HBUKGB4116N belongs to Amlwch Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Amlwch, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What does each part of HBUKGB4116N mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 16N identifies the branch Amlwch Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4116N?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4116N is Amlwch Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4116N.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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

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

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