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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4162F

HBUKGB4162F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Wellington, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4162F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4162F
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code62F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWellington, Somerset Branch
CityWellington
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.
62F 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 BIC HBUKGB4162F?

HBUKGB4162F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wellington, Somerset Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Wellington, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4162F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4162F.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4162F?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4162F is Wellington, Somerset Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4162F.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4162F incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4162F with the recipient before you confirm.

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