SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4178F
HBUKGB4178F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Durham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4178F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 78F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Durham, University |
| City | Durham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 78F 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 HBUKGB4178F?
HBUKGB4178F identifies Durham, University, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Durham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4178F?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4178F points to Durham, University. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4178F if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4178F to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4178F.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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 does each part of HBUKGB4178F stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 78F is the code of the department Durham, University.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.