SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4154N
HBUKGB4154N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Shipston-On-Stour, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4154N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 54N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Shipston-On-Stour Branch |
| City | Shipston-On-Stour |
| 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.
- 54N 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4154N?
HBUKGB4154N identifies Shipston-On-Stour Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Shipston-On-Stour, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4154N with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4154N against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4154N for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4154N.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4154N?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4154N is Shipston-On-Stour Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4154N if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4154N 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 54N is the code of the branch Shipston-On-Stour Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.