SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4175W
HBUKGB4175W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4175W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 75W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Lincoln, Bailgate |
| City | Lincoln |
| 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.
- 75W 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4175W?
HBUKGB4175W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lincoln, Bailgate, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Lincoln, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4175W stand for?
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 75W is the code of the branch Lincoln, Bailgate.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need HBUKGB4175W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4175W.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.