SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4135K

HBUKGB4135K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ilford, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4135K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4135K
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code35K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBarkingside Branch
CityIlford
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.
35K 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4135K?

The code HBUKGB4135K belongs to Barkingside Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Ilford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4135K with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4135K against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4135K to send euros 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 still need HBUKGB4135K.

What does each part of HBUKGB4135K stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 35K identifies the department Barkingside Branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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