SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4173X
HBUKGB4173X belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Poole, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4173X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 73X |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Old Town |
| City | Poole |
| 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.
- 73X 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
What bank is behind BIC HBUKGB4173X?
HBUKGB4173X is the SWIFT/BIC code of Old Town, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Poole, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4173X 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 73X identifies the branch Old Town.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4173X incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4173X against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4173X to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4173X.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.