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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4163E

HBUKGB4163E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Whitland, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4163E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4163E
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code63E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWhitland Branch
CityWhitland
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.
63E 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 code HBUKGB4163E?

HBUKGB4163E identifies Whitland Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Whitland, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4163E mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 63E identifies the branch Whitland Branch.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4163E to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4163E.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often 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 use HBUKGB4163E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4163E with the recipient before sending.

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