SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4164U

HBUKGB4164U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Worthing, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4164U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4164U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code64U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchGoring-By-Sea Branch
CityWorthing
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.
64U 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 BIC HBUKGB4164U?

The code HBUKGB4164U belongs to Goring-By-Sea Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Worthing, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4164U?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4164U points to Goring-By-Sea Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4164U if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4164U mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 64U is the code of the branch Goring-By-Sea Branch.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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