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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4161C

HBUKGB4161C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Wadebridge, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4161C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4161C
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code61C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWadebridge Branch
CityWadebridge
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
61C 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4161C?

HBUKGB4161C identifies Wadebridge Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Wadebridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4161C?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4161C points to Wadebridge Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4161C if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4161C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4161C.

What does each part of HBUKGB4161C 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 61C identifies the branch Wadebridge Branch.

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