SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4180C
HBUKGB4180C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Padiham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4180C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 80C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Padiham |
| City | Padiham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 80C 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 HBUKGB4180C?
The code HBUKGB4180C belongs to Padiham, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Padiham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4180C mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 80C is the code of the branch Padiham.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4180C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4180C.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4180C with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4180C with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4180C?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4180C is Padiham. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4180C if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.