SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4180Z

HBUKGB4180Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Willaston, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4180Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4180Z
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code80Z
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWillaston
CityWillaston
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
80Z 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 HBUKGB4180Z?

HBUKGB4180Z is the SWIFT/BIC code of Willaston, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Willaston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4180Z 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 do need HBUKGB4180Z.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4180Z stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 80Z identifies the branch Willaston.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4180Z with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4180Z with the recipient before sending.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4180Z?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4180Z is Willaston. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4180Z.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.