SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4164J

HBUKGB4164J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Withernsea, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4164J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4164J
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code64J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWithernsea Branch
CityWithernsea
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.
64J 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 HBUKGB4164J?

HBUKGB4164J identifies Withernsea Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Withernsea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4164J?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4164J points to Withernsea Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4164J.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4164J to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4164J.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4164J incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4164J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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