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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4161F

HBUKGB4161F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Wallington, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4161F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4161F
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code61F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWallington Branch
CityWallington
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
61F 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 code HBUKGB4161F?

The code HBUKGB4161F belongs to Wallington Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Wallington, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

Do I need HBUKGB4161F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4161F.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4161F?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4161F points to Wallington Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4161F.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4161F incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4161F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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