SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4157H
HBUKGB4157H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Stone, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4157H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 57H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stone Branch |
| City | Stone |
| 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.
- 57H 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 code HBUKGB4157H?
HBUKGB4157H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stone Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Stone, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HBUKGB4157H to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 still need HBUKGB4157H.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4157H?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4157H points to Stone Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4157H if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4157H stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 57H is the code of the branch Stone Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.