SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4173F

HBUKGB4173F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4173F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4173F
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code73F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHoundmills
CityBasingstoke
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
73F 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/BIC code HBUKGB4173F?

HBUKGB4173F identifies Houndmills, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Basingstoke, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4173F 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 do need HBUKGB4173F.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

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

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best 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 – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4173F with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4173F with the recipient before sending.

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