SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4160U
HBUKGB4160U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Upton Upon Severn, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4160U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 60U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Upton Upon Severn Branch |
| City | Upton Upon Severn |
| 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.
- 60U 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
What bank uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4160U?
HBUKGB4160U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Upton Upon Severn Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Upton Upon Severn, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4160U?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4160U points to Upton Upon Severn Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4160U.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4160U stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 60U is the code of the branch Upton Upon Severn Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.