SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4118E
HBUKGB4118E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Beccles, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4118E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 18E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Beccles Branch |
| City | Beccles |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 18E 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4118E?
HBUKGB4118E identifies Beccles Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Beccles, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4118E mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 18E is the code of the branch Beccles Branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4118E with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4118E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4118E?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4118E is Beccles Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4118E if the recipient asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.