SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4164K

HBUKGB4164K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Woodbridge, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4164K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4164K
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code64K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFramlingham Branch
CityWoodbridge
CountryUnited 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.
64K 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4164K?

HBUKGB4164K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Framlingham Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Woodbridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4164K 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 64K is the code of the department Framlingham Branch.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need HBUKGB4164K to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4164K.

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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4164K incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4164K against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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