SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4163M
HBUKGB4163M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Wigton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4163M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 63M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wigton Branch |
| City | Wigton |
| 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.
- 63M 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4163M?
HBUKGB4163M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wigton Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Wigton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4163M with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4163M against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4163M?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4163M is Wigton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4163M if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4163M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4163M.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.