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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4163D

HBUKGB4163D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Whitehaven, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4163D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4163D
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code63D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWhitehaven Branch
CityWhitehaven
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.
63D 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4163D?

The code HBUKGB4163D belongs to Whitehaven Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Whitehaven, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4163D?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4163D points to Whitehaven Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4163D.

What does each part of HBUKGB4163D mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 63D identifies the branch Whitehaven Branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4163D incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4163D with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HBUKGB4163D to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4163D.

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