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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4161P

HBUKGB4161P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ware, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4161P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4161P
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code61P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWare Branch
CityWare
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
61P 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 branch is behind BIC HBUKGB4161P?

HBUKGB4161P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ware Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Ware, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4161P?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4161P points to Ware Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4161P if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of HBUKGB4161P stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 61P identifies the branch Ware Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

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

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.