SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4149P
HBUKGB4149P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Porthcawl, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4149P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 49P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Porthcawl Branch |
| City | Porthcawl |
| 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.
- 49P 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 HBUKGB4149P?
The code HBUKGB4149P belongs to Porthcawl Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Porthcawl, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4149P with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4149P with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4149P mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 49P is the code of the branch Porthcawl Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4149P?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4149P points to Porthcawl Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4149P if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next 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.