SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4155R
HBUKGB4155R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4155R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 55R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Southampton, Bitterne Branch |
| City | Southampton |
| 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.
- 55R 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4155R?
HBUKGB4155R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Southampton, Bitterne Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4155R?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4155R points to Southampton, Bitterne Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4155R.
Do I need HBUKGB4155R to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4155R.
What does each part of HBUKGB4155R 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 55R identifies the branch Southampton, Bitterne Branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.