SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4152T
HBUKGB4152T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sale, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4152T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 52T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sale Branch |
| City | Sale |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 52T 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 HBUKGB4152T?
HBUKGB4152T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sale Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Sale, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4152T stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 52T is the code of the department Sale Branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4152T with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4152T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4152T?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4152T points to Sale Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4152T.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.