SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4172N
HBUKGB4172N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4172N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 72N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Research and Adjustment |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 72N 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4172N?
The code HBUKGB4172N belongs to Research and Adjustment, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4172N?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4172N points to Research and Adjustment. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4172N if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4172N with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4172N with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of HBUKGB4172N stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 72N identifies the branch Research and Adjustment.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.