SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4147L
HBUKGB4147L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4147L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 47L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Norwich, Prince of Wales Road Branch |
| City | Norwich |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 47L 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 HBUKGB4147L?
HBUKGB4147L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Norwich, Prince of Wales Road Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4147L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4147L.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4147L with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4147L with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4147L?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4147L is Norwich, Prince of Wales Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4147L.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.