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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4154R

HBUKGB4154R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Shotton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4154R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4154R
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code54R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchShotton Branch
CityShotton
CountryUnited 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.
54R 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4154R?

The code HBUKGB4154R belongs to Shotton Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Shotton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4154R incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4154R with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4154R?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4154R is Shotton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4154R.

Do I need HBUKGB4154R to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4154R.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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