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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4155H

HBUKGB4155H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in South Cave, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4155H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4155H
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code55H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSouth Cave Branch
CitySouth Cave
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
55H 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 BIC HBUKGB4155H?

The code HBUKGB4155H belongs to South Cave Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in South Cave, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4155H?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4155H points to South Cave Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4155H if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4155H stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 55H identifies the branch South Cave Branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4155H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4155H.

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