SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4175G
HBUKGB4175G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4175G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 75G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Eaton Village |
| City | Norwich |
| Country | United 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.
- 75G 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 HBUKGB4175G?
The code HBUKGB4175G belongs to Eaton Village, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4175G for a euro transfer 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 HBUKGB4175G.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4175G with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4175G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4175G?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4175G is Eaton Village. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4175G.
What does each part of HBUKGB4175G stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 75G identifies the department Eaton Village.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.