SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4174C
HBUKGB4174C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4174C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 74C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Pennfields |
| City | Wolverhampton |
| 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.
- 74C 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 HBUKGB4174C?
The code HBUKGB4174C belongs to Pennfields, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4174C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4174C.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4174C 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 74C is the code of the department Pennfields.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4174C?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4174C is Pennfields. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4174C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.