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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4174R

HBUKGB4174R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Botley, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4174R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4174R
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code74R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBotley
CityBotley
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.
74R 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 branch is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4174R?

The code HBUKGB4174R belongs to Botley, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Botley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4174R for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4174R.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4174R?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4174R is Botley. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4174R if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4174R incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4174R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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