SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151K

HBUKGB4151K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Richmond (North Yorkshire), United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4151K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4151K
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code51K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchRichmond, North Yorkshire Branch
CityRichmond (North Yorkshire)
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
51K 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151K?

HBUKGB4151K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Richmond, North Yorkshire Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Richmond (North Yorkshire), United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4151K mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 51K identifies the department Richmond, North Yorkshire Branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4151K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4151K.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4151K?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4151K points to Richmond, North Yorkshire Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4151K.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.