SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151N
HBUKGB4151N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ripley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4151N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 51N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ripley Branch |
| City | Ripley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 51N 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151N?
HBUKGB4151N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ripley Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Ripley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4151N to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4151N.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4151N mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 51N is the code of the department Ripley Branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4151N with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4151N with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.