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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4118T

HBUKGB4118T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bexleyheath, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4118T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4118T
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code18T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBexleyheath Branch
CityBexleyheath
CountryUnited 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.
18T 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4118T?

HBUKGB4118T identifies Bexleyheath Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Bexleyheath, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4118T stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 18T is the code of the department Bexleyheath Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4118T?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4118T is Bexleyheath Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4118T.

Do I need HBUKGB4118T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4118T.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers 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.