SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4176M
HBUKGB4176M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Oulton Broad, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4176M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 76M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oulton Broad |
| City | Oulton Broad |
| 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.
- 76M 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 BIC HBUKGB4176M?
The code HBUKGB4176M belongs to Oulton Broad, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Oulton Broad, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4176M with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4176M with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of HBUKGB4176M mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 76M is the code of the branch Oulton Broad.
Do I need HBUKGB4176M to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4176M.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.