SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4148J
HBUKGB4148J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Oxford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4148J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 48J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oxford, Summertown Branch |
| City | Oxford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 48J 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 HBUKGB4148J?
HBUKGB4148J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Oxford, Summertown Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Oxford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4148J mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 48J identifies the branch Oxford, Summertown Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4148J?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4148J is Oxford, Summertown Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4148J if the recipient asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4148J with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4148J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.