SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151W
HBUKGB4151W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Romsey, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4151W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 51W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Romsey Branch |
| City | Romsey |
| 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.
- 51W 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4151W?
HBUKGB4151W identifies Romsey Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Romsey, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4151W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4151W.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4151W stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 51W identifies the branch Romsey Branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4151W incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4151W 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.