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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4177J

HBUKGB4177J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Billingham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4177J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4177J
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code77J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBillingham-On-Tees
CityBillingham
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
77J 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4177J?

The code HBUKGB4177J belongs to Billingham-On-Tees, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Billingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4177J mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 77J identifies the department Billingham-On-Tees.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need HBUKGB4177J to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4177J.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4177J incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4177J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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