SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4175A
HBUKGB4175A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Warley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4175A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 75A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cradley Heath |
| City | Warley |
| 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.
- 75A 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4175A?
The code HBUKGB4175A belongs to Cradley Heath, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Warley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4175A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4175A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HBUKGB4175A stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 75A is the code of the branch Cradley Heath.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4175A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4175A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.