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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151L

HBUKGB4151L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Rickmansworth, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4151L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4151L
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code51L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchRickmansworth Branch
CityRickmansworth
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.
51L 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4151L?

HBUKGB4151L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rickmansworth Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Rickmansworth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 HBUKGB4151L?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4151L points to Rickmansworth Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4151L.

Do I need HBUKGB4151L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4151L.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4151L incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4151L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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