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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4160J

HBUKGB4160J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4160J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4160J
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code60J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchTunbridge Wells, Mount Pleasant Branch
CityTunbridge Wells
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.
60J 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 HBUKGB4160J?

HBUKGB4160J identifies Tunbridge Wells, Mount Pleasant Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4160J to send euros 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. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4160J.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4160J with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4160J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4160J?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4160J points to Tunbridge Wells, Mount Pleasant Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4160J if the recipient asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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