SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4166U

HBUKGB4166U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Newport (Shropshire), United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4166U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4166U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code66U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNewport, Shropshire Branch
CityNewport (Shropshire)
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.
66U 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 HBUKGB4166U?

The code HBUKGB4166U belongs to Newport, Shropshire Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Newport (Shropshire), United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4166U 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 66U is the code of the branch Newport, Shropshire Branch.

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.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4166U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4166U.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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