SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4147C
HBUKGB4147C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in North Shields, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4147C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 47C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | North Shields Branch |
| City | North Shields |
| 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.
- 47C 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 HBUKGB4147C?
HBUKGB4147C is the SWIFT/BIC code of North Shields Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in North Shields, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4147C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4147C.
What does each part of HBUKGB4147C stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 47C is the code of the branch North Shields Branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4147C incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4147C against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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. 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.