SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4170T
HBUKGB4170T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4170T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 70T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Morrisons |
| City | Newcastle-Under-Lyme |
| 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.
- 70T 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4170T?
HBUKGB4170T identifies Morrisons, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4170T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4170T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4170T?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4170T is Morrisons. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4170T.
Do I need HBUKGB4170T to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4170T.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.