SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4157G
HBUKGB4157G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4157G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 57G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tunstall Branch |
| City | Stoke-On-Trent |
| 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.
- 57G 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 BIC HBUKGB4157G?
HBUKGB4157G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tunstall Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4157G incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4157G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of HBUKGB4157G stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 57G is the code of the department Tunstall Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4157G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4157G.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.