SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4152W
HBUKGB4152W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Saltash, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4152W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 52W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Saltash Branch |
| City | Saltash |
| Country | United 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.
- 52W 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 HBUKGB4152W?
HBUKGB4152W identifies Saltash Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Saltash, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4152W mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 52W identifies the department Saltash Branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4152W incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4152W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4152W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4152W.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.