SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4163G
HBUKGB4163G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Whitstable, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4163G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 63G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tankerton Branch |
| City | Whitstable |
| Country | United 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.
- 63G 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4163G?
HBUKGB4163G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tankerton Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Whitstable, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4163G?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4163G is Tankerton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4163G if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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.
Do I need HBUKGB4163G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4163G.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.