SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4173W
HBUKGB4173W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Fulwood, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4173W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 73W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Preston Fishergate |
| City | Fulwood |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 73W 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4173W?
The code HBUKGB4173W belongs to Preston Fishergate, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Fulwood, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4173W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4173W.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4173W mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 73W is the code of the branch Preston Fishergate.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4173W?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4173W is Preston Fishergate. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4173W if the recipient asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.