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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4153A

HBUKGB4153A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sandbach, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4153A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4153A
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code53A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSandbach Branch
CitySandbach
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
53A 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 HBUKGB4153A?

HBUKGB4153A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sandbach Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Sandbach, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4153A mean?

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 53A identifies the department Sandbach Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4153A?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4153A points to Sandbach Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4153A.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4153A incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4153A with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.