SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4170N
HBUKGB4170N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4170N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 70N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Morrisons |
| City | Lincoln |
| Country | United 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.
- 70N 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 BIC HBUKGB4170N?
HBUKGB4170N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Morrisons, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4170N incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4170N against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4170N for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4170N.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4170N?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4170N is Morrisons. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4170N if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.