SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4159N
HBUKGB4159N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Thornton Heath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4159N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 59N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Norbury Branch |
| City | Thornton Heath |
| 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.
- 59N 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 HBUKGB4159N?
The code HBUKGB4159N belongs to Norbury Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Thornton Heath, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HBUKGB4159N for a euro transfer 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 HBUKGB4159N.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4159N stand for?
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 59N is the code of the department Norbury Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4159N?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4159N points to Norbury Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4159N.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.