SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4160L
HBUKGB4160L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Twickenham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4160L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 60L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Whitton Branch |
| City | Twickenham |
| Country | United 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.
- 60L 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 HBUKGB4160L?
HBUKGB4160L identifies Whitton Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Twickenham, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4160L mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 60L identifies the branch Whitton Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4160L?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4160L is Whitton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4160L if the recipient asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.