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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4164R

HBUKGB4164R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Workington, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4164R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4164R
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code64R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWorkington Branch
CityWorkington
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.
64R 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 code HBUKGB4164R?

HBUKGB4164R identifies Workington Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Workington, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4164R mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 64R identifies the branch Workington Branch.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4164R incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4164R with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HBUKGB4164R to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4164R.

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