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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4155K

HBUKGB4155K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in South Molton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4155K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4155K
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code55K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSouth Molton Branch
CitySouth Molton
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
55K 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 BIC HBUKGB4155K?

HBUKGB4155K identifies South Molton Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in South Molton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

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

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4155K?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4155K is South Molton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4155K.

Do I need HBUKGB4155K to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4155K.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What does each part of HBUKGB4155K stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 55K is the code of the department South Molton Branch.

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