SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4159M
HBUKGB4159M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Thirsk, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4159M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 59M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Thirsk Branch |
| City | Thirsk |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 59M 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 HBUKGB4159M?
HBUKGB4159M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Thirsk Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Thirsk, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4159M with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4159M with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HBUKGB4159M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4159M.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4159M?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4159M is Thirsk Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4159M if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.