SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4156G

HBUKGB4156G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Spilsby, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4156G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4156G
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code56G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSpilsby Branch
CitySpilsby
CountryUnited 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.
56G 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/BIC code HBUKGB4156G?

The code HBUKGB4156G belongs to Spilsby Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Spilsby, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4156G?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4156G points to Spilsby Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4156G.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4156G mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 56G identifies the department Spilsby 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4156G with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4156G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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