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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4173N

HBUKGB4173N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Clifton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4173N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4173N
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code73N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchRegent Street
CityClifton
CountryUnited 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.
73N 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 HBUKGB4173N?

HBUKGB4173N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Regent Street, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Clifton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4173N for a euro transfer 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 HBUKGB4173N.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4173N?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4173N is Regent Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4173N.

What does each part of HBUKGB4173N mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 73N identifies the branch Regent Street.

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