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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4155B

HBUKGB4155B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Skipton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4155B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4155B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code55B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSkipton Branch
CitySkipton
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.
55B 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4155B?

The code HBUKGB4155B belongs to Skipton Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Skipton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4155B with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4155B against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4155B?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4155B points to Skipton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4155B.

Do I need HBUKGB4155B to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4155B.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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