SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4176W
HBUKGB4176W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Tipton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4176W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 76W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tipton |
| City | Tipton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 76W 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4176W?
The code HBUKGB4176W belongs to Tipton, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Tipton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4176W with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4176W with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4176W mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 76W is the code of the branch Tipton.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4176W?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4176W points to Tipton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4176W 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.