SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4154J
HBUKGB4154J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sherborne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4154J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 54J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sherborne Branch |
| City | Sherborne |
| Country | United 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.
- 54J 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4154J?
The code HBUKGB4154J belongs to Sherborne Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Sherborne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4154J with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4154J with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4154J?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4154J is Sherborne Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4154J if the recipient asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4154J mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 54J identifies the department Sherborne Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.