SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4159J
HBUKGB4159J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Thame, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4159J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 59J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Thame Branch |
| City | Thame |
| 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.
- 59J 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 HBUKGB4159J?
HBUKGB4159J identifies Thame Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Thame, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4159J?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4159J is Thame Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4159J if the recipient asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4159J 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 59J identifies the branch Thame Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4159J incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4159J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.