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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4162A

HBUKGB4162A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Washington, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4162A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4162A
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code62A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWashington Branch
CityWashington
CountryUnited 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.
62A 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 HBUKGB4162A?

HBUKGB4162A identifies Washington Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Washington, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4162A incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4162A with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4162A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4162A.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of HBUKGB4162A stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 62A is the code of the branch Washington Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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