SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4147A
HBUKGB4147A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Newton Aycliffe, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4147A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 47A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Newton Aycliffe Branch |
| City | Newton Aycliffe |
| 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.
- 47A 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 BIC HBUKGB4147A?
HBUKGB4147A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Newton Aycliffe Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Newton Aycliffe, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4147A?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4147A is Newton Aycliffe Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4147A if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4147A 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. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4147A.
What does each part of HBUKGB4147A mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 47A is the code of the department Newton Aycliffe Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.