SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4148B
HBUKGB4148B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4148B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 48B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Royton Branch |
| City | Oldham |
| Country | United 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.
- 48B 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4148B?
The code HBUKGB4148B belongs to Royton Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4148B stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 48B is the code of the branch Royton Branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4148B incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4148B with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4148B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 HBUKGB4148B.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.