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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4181A

HBUKGB4181A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Scunthorpe, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4181A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4181A
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code81A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWinterton
CityScunthorpe
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
81A 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 HBUKGB4181A?

HBUKGB4181A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Winterton, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Scunthorpe, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4181A mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 81A is the code of the department Winterton.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4181A?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4181A is Winterton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4181A if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4181A with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4181A with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HBUKGB4181A to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4181A.

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