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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4147V

HBUKGB4147V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Oakham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4147V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4147V
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code47V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchOakham Branch
CityOakham
CountryUnited 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.
47V 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 branch uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4147V?

HBUKGB4147V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Oakham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Oakham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4147V incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4147V with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest 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 – the difference can be large.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4147V to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4147V.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4147V?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4147V points to Oakham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4147V if the recipient asks for it.

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