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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4155V

HBUKGB4155V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4155V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4155V
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code55V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSouthampton, Shirley Branch
CitySouthampton
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
55V 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 HBUKGB4155V?

The code HBUKGB4155V belongs to Southampton, Shirley Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of HBUKGB4155V stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 55V identifies the department Southampton, Shirley Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4155V?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4155V is Southampton, Shirley Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4155V if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4155V incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4155V against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.