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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4165B

HBUKGB4165B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Wrexham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4165B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4165B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code65B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchChirk Branch
CityWrexham
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.
65B 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4165B?

The code HBUKGB4165B belongs to Chirk Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Wrexham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4165B?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4165B points to Chirk Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4165B if the recipient asks for it.

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

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.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4165B stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 65B is the code of the department Chirk Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need HBUKGB4165B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4165B.

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