SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4160B

HBUKGB4160B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Torrington, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4160B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4160B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code60B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchTorrington Branch
CityTorrington
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
60B 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4160B?

HBUKGB4160B identifies Torrington Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Torrington, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% 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.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4160B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4160B.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4160B incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4160B against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.