SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4150W
HBUKGB4150W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4150W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 50W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tilehurst Branch |
| City | Reading |
| 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.
- 50W 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 HBUKGB4150W?
The code HBUKGB4150W belongs to Tilehurst Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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 happens if I use HBUKGB4150W incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4150W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4150W?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4150W points to Tilehurst Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4150W if the recipient asks for it.
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.
Do I need HBUKGB4150W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4150W.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.