SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4177V
HBUKGB4177V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Carlisle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4177V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 77V |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Carlisle, Kingstown Road |
| City | Carlisle |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 77V 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4177V?
HBUKGB4177V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Carlisle, Kingstown Road, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Carlisle, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4177V stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 77V is the code of the branch Carlisle, Kingstown Road.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4177V to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4177V.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.