SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4176C
HBUKGB4176C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Much Wenlock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4176C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 76C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Much Wenlock |
| City | Much Wenlock |
| 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.
- 76C 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4176C?
The code HBUKGB4176C belongs to Much Wenlock, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Much Wenlock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4176C?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4176C is Much Wenlock. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4176C.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4176C mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 76C identifies the branch Much Wenlock.
What is the best 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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.
Do I need HBUKGB4176C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4176C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.