SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4162M

HBUKGB4162M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in West Byfleet, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4162M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4162M
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code62M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWest Byfleet Branch
CityWest Byfleet
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.
62M 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4162M?

HBUKGB4162M is the SWIFT/BIC code of West Byfleet Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in West Byfleet, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4162M?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4162M is West Byfleet Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4162M.

Do I need HBUKGB4162M to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4162M.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4162M with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4162M 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.