SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4166B
HBUKGB4166B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Newark, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4166B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 66B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Newark Branch |
| City | Newark |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 66B 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4166B?
HBUKGB4166B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Newark Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Newark, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4166B?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4166B is Newark Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4166B.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4166B stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 66B identifies the branch Newark Branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4166B incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4166B with the recipient before sending.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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 is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.