SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4180X
HBUKGB4180X belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Rotherham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4180X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 80X |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wickersley |
| City | Rotherham |
| 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.
- 80X 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4180X?
HBUKGB4180X is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wickersley, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Rotherham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4180X?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4180X points to Wickersley. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4180X.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4180X with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4180X against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
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.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4180X for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4180X.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.