SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151E
HBUKGB4151E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Retford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4151E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 51E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Retford Branch |
| City | Retford |
| 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.
- 51E 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
What bank uses BIC HBUKGB4151E?
HBUKGB4151E identifies Retford Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Retford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4151E incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4151E with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of HBUKGB4151E mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 51E identifies the branch Retford Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4151E?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4151E points to Retford Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4151E.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.