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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4148E

HBUKGB4148E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Orpington, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4148E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4148E
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code48E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchOrpington Branch
CityOrpington
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.
48E 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4148E?

HBUKGB4148E identifies Orpington Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Orpington, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4148E incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4148E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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 HBUKGB4148E?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4148E is Orpington Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4148E if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of HBUKGB4148E mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 48E is the code of the branch Orpington Branch.

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