SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4150F
HBUKGB4150F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4150F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 50F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kirkham Branch |
| City | Preston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 50F 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/BIC code HBUKGB4150F?
The code HBUKGB4150F belongs to Kirkham Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4150F?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4150F points to Kirkham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4150F if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4150F mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 50F is the code of the department Kirkham Branch.
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, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4150F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 HBUKGB4150F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.