SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4135N
HBUKGB4135N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ipswich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4135N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 35N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ipswich, Woodbridge Road East Branch |
| City | Ipswich |
| 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.
- 35N 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4135N?
HBUKGB4135N identifies Ipswich, Woodbridge Road East Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Ipswich, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4135N stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 35N is the code of the department Ipswich, Woodbridge Road East Branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4135N 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. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4135N.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4135N incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4135N against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4135N?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4135N points to Ipswich, Woodbridge Road East Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4135N.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.