SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4156N
HBUKGB4156N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Stamford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4156N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 56N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stamford Branch |
| City | Stamford |
| 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.
- 56N 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4156N?
The code HBUKGB4156N belongs to Stamford Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Stamford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4156N?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4156N is Stamford Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4156N.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4156N with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4156N with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4156N stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 56N identifies the department Stamford Branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.