SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4161R
HBUKGB4161R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Warley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4161R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 61R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Smethwick, Bearwood Branch |
| City | Warley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 61R 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/BIC code HBUKGB4161R?
The code HBUKGB4161R belongs to Smethwick, Bearwood Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Warley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4161R for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4161R.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4161R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4161R with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4161R?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4161R points to Smethwick, Bearwood Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4161R if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.