SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4148G
HBUKGB4148G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Oswestry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4148G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 48G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oswestry Branch |
| City | Oswestry |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 48G 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4148G?
HBUKGB4148G identifies Oswestry Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Oswestry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4148G stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 48G is the code of the department Oswestry Branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4148G incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4148G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HBUKGB4148G to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4148G.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.