SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4131C
HBUKGB4131C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Fareham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4131C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 31C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Fareham Branch |
| City | Fareham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 31C 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4131C?
The code HBUKGB4131C belongs to Fareham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Fareham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4131C stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 31C identifies the branch Fareham Branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4131C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4131C.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4131C?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4131C is Fareham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4131C if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.