SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4153U

HBUKGB4153U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4153U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4153U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code53U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSheffield, Banner Cross Branch
CitySheffield
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.
53U 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 HBUKGB4153U?

HBUKGB4153U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sheffield, Banner Cross Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4153U 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 53U identifies the department Sheffield, Banner Cross Branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4153U with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4153U with the recipient before you confirm.

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.

Do I need HBUKGB4153U to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4153U.

What is the best 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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