SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4148C

HBUKGB4148C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ongar, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4148C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4148C
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code48C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchOngar Branch
CityOngar
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
48C 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 BIC HBUKGB4148C?

HBUKGB4148C identifies Ongar Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Ongar, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4148C?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4148C points to Ongar Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4148C if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4148C to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4148C.

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.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4148C with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4148C with the recipient before you confirm.

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