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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4164C

HBUKGB4164C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Heswall, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4164C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4164C
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code64C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWirral - Heswall Branch
CityHeswall
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
64C 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 HBUKGB4164C?

The code HBUKGB4164C belongs to Wirral - Heswall Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Heswall, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4164C incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4164C against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4164C?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4164C is Wirral - Heswall Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4164C.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4164C stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 64C identifies the branch Wirral - Heswall Branch.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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