SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4157U
HBUKGB4157U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Surbiton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4157U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 57U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Surbiton Branch |
| City | Surbiton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 57U 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4157U?
The code HBUKGB4157U belongs to Surbiton Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Surbiton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4157U?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4157U points to Surbiton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4157U.
What does each part of HBUKGB4157U mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 57U identifies the branch Surbiton Branch.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4157U incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4157U against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HBUKGB4157U 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. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4157U.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.