SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151B
HBUKGB4151B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Redcar, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4151B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 51B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Redcar Branch |
| City | Redcar |
| 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.
- 51B 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 HBUKGB4151B?
The code HBUKGB4151B belongs to Redcar Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Redcar, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4151B incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4151B with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need HBUKGB4151B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4151B.
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 HBUKGB4151B?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4151B is Redcar Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4151B if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4151B mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 51B is the code of the branch Redcar Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.