SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4177U
HBUKGB4177U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Brough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4177U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 77U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Brough |
| City | Brough |
| 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.
- 77U 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 bank is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4177U?
HBUKGB4177U identifies Brough, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Brough, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4177U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4177U.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4177U mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 77U is the code of the department Brough.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4177U incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4177U against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.