SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4156L
HBUKGB4156L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in St. Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4156L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 56L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | St. Ives, Cornwall Branch |
| City | St. Ives (Cornwall) |
| 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.
- 56L 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 HBUKGB4156L?
The code HBUKGB4156L belongs to St. Ives, Cornwall Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in St. Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4156L 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 HBUKGB4156L.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4156L with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4156L with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4156L?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4156L is St. Ives, Cornwall Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4156L if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.