SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4160E

HBUKGB4160E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Treharris, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4160E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4160E
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code60E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchTreharris Branch
CityTreharris
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
60E 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 BIC HBUKGB4160E?

The code HBUKGB4160E belongs to Treharris Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Treharris, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of HBUKGB4160E mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 60E identifies the branch Treharris Branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4160E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4160E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4160E to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4160E.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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