SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4154F
HBUKGB4154F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4154F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 54F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stocksbridge Branch |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 54F 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4154F?
HBUKGB4154F identifies Stocksbridge Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4154F?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4154F is Stocksbridge Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4154F if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4154F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4154F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.