SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4180V
HBUKGB4180V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Morecambe, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4180V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 80V |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Torrisholme |
| City | Morecambe |
| Country | United 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.
- 80V 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
What bank uses BIC HBUKGB4180V?
The code HBUKGB4180V belongs to Torrisholme, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Morecambe, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4180V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4180V.
What does each part of HBUKGB4180V stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 80V is the code of the department Torrisholme.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4180V incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4180V with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.