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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4117B

HBUKGB4117B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ashtead, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4117B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4117B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code17B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAshtead Branch
CityAshtead
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
17B 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4117B?

The code HBUKGB4117B belongs to Ashtead Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Ashtead, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4117B stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 17B is the code of the department Ashtead Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4117B?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4117B is Ashtead Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4117B if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

Do I need HBUKGB4117B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4117B.

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