SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151P
HBUKGB4151P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ripon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4151P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 51P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Masham Branch |
| City | Ripon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 51P 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151P?
HBUKGB4151P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Masham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Ripon, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4151P?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4151P points to Masham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4151P.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4151P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4151P.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4151P mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 51P identifies the department Masham Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.