SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4177D
HBUKGB4177D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ambleside, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4177D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 77D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ambleside |
| City | Ambleside |
| 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.
- 77D 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 HBUKGB4177D?
HBUKGB4177D identifies Ambleside, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Ambleside, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4177D?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4177D is Ambleside. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4177D if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4177D mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 77D identifies the branch Ambleside.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need HBUKGB4177D to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4177D.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.