SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4156C
HBUKGB4156C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Southsea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4156C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 56C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Southsea, Albert Road Branch |
| City | Southsea |
| 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.
- 56C 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 branch uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4156C?
HBUKGB4156C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Southsea, Albert Road Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Southsea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4156C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4156C.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4156C stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 56C identifies the department Southsea, Albert Road Branch.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.