SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4146V
HBUKGB4146V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Neath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4146V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 46V |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Neath Branch |
| City | Neath |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 46V 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 BIC HBUKGB4146V?
The code HBUKGB4146V belongs to Neath Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Neath, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4146V?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4146V is Neath Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4146V.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4146V mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 46V identifies the branch Neath Branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4146V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4146V.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.