SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4158R
HBUKGB4158R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Swinton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4158R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 58R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Swinton Branch |
| City | Swinton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 58R 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4158R?
HBUKGB4158R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Swinton Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Swinton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4158R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4158R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4158R?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4158R points to Swinton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4158R.
What does each part of HBUKGB4158R mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 58R is the code of the branch Swinton Branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.