SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4146H
HBUKGB4146H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Minehead, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4146H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 46H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Minehead Branch |
| City | Minehead |
| 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.
- 46H 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 HBUKGB4146H?
HBUKGB4146H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Minehead Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Minehead, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4146H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4146H.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4146H?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4146H points to Minehead Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4146H if the recipient asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.
What does each part of HBUKGB4146H 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 46H identifies the department Minehead Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.