SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4171S
HBUKGB4171S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4171S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 71S |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cmau (Cent Mgd Accs Unit |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 71S 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 HBUKGB4171S?
The code HBUKGB4171S belongs to Cmau (Cent Mgd Accs Unit, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need HBUKGB4171S to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 HBUKGB4171S.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4171S mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 71S identifies the department Cmau (Cent Mgd Accs Unit.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4171S?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4171S is Cmau (Cent Mgd Accs Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4171S if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.