SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4156J
HBUKGB4156J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in St. Austell, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4156J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 56J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | St. Austell Branch |
| City | St. Austell |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 56J 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 BIC HBUKGB4156J?
HBUKGB4156J identifies St. Austell Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in St. Austell, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4156J incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4156J with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4156J?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4156J points to St. Austell Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4156J if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4156J mean?
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 56J identifies the branch St. Austell Branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.