SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4148K
HBUKGB4148K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Oxhey, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4148K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 48K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bushey Oxhey Branch |
| City | Oxhey |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 48K 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 bank uses BIC HBUKGB4148K?
HBUKGB4148K identifies Bushey Oxhey Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Oxhey, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4148K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4148K.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4148K?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4148K is Bushey Oxhey Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4148K.
What does each part of HBUKGB4148K mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 48K identifies the branch Bushey Oxhey Branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.