SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4117W
HBUKGB4117W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4117W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 17W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tadley Branch |
| City | Basingstoke |
| Country | United 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.
- 17W 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 branch is behind BIC HBUKGB4117W?
HBUKGB4117W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tadley Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4117W incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4117W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HBUKGB4117W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4117W.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.