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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4153B

HBUKGB4153B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sandown (Isle of Wight), United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4153B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4153B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code53B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSandown, Isle of Wight Branch
CitySandown (Isle of Wight)
CountryUnited 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.
53B 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 code HBUKGB4153B?

The code HBUKGB4153B belongs to Sandown, Isle of Wight Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Sandown (Isle of Wight), United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4153B 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 53B is the code of the branch Sandown, Isle of Wight Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4153B?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4153B is Sandown, Isle of Wight Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4153B.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4153B with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4153B with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4153B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4153B.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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