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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4147U

HBUKGB4147U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Oadby, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4147U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4147U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code47U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchOadby Branch
CityOadby
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
47U 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 BIC HBUKGB4147U?

HBUKGB4147U identifies Oadby Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Oadby, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need HBUKGB4147U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4147U.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4147U with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4147U against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4147U mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 47U is the code of the branch Oadby Branch.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.