SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4160H
HBUKGB4160H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Truro, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4160H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 60H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Truro Branch |
| City | Truro |
| Country | United 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.
- 60H 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4160H?
The code HBUKGB4160H belongs to Truro Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Truro, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4160H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4160H.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4160H?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4160H is Truro Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4160H if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4160H stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 60H is the code of the branch Truro Branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.