SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4117A
HBUKGB4117A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ashington, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4117A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 17A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ashington Branch |
| City | Ashington |
| Country | United 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.
- 17A 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4117A?
HBUKGB4117A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ashington Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Ashington, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HBUKGB4117A stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 17A identifies the branch Ashington Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4117A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4117A.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4117A?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4117A is Ashington Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4117A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.