SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4158J
HBUKGB4158J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4158J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 58J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Morriston Branch |
| City | Swansea |
| 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.
- 58J 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4158J?
HBUKGB4158J identifies Morriston Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4158J incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4158J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4158J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4158J.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4158J?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4158J points to Morriston Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4158J.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.