SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4157N
HBUKGB4157N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Strood, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4157N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 57N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Strood Branch |
| City | Strood |
| 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.
- 57N 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4157N?
HBUKGB4157N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Strood Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Strood, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4157N with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4157N with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4157N?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4157N is Strood Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4157N if the recipient 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of HBUKGB4157N stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 57N identifies the branch Strood Branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.