SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4176V

HBUKGB4176V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Thorpe Bay, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4176V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4176V
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code76V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchThorpe Bay
CityThorpe Bay
CountryUnited 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.
76V 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/BIC code HBUKGB4176V?

HBUKGB4176V identifies Thorpe Bay, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Thorpe Bay, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4176V with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4176V with the recipient before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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 HBUKGB4176V to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4176V.

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.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4176V?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4176V is Thorpe Bay. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4176V if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.