SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4156R
HBUKGB4156R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Stapleford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4156R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 56R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stapleford Branch |
| City | Stapleford |
| 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.
- 56R 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 BIC HBUKGB4156R?
HBUKGB4156R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stapleford Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Stapleford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4156R with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4156R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4156R mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 56R identifies the branch Stapleford Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4156R?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4156R points to Stapleford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4156R if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4156R for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4156R.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
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.