SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4181H

HBUKGB4181H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4181H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4181H
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code81H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchClapham High Street, Clapham
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
81H 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 HBUKGB4181H?

The code HBUKGB4181H belongs to Clapham High Street, Clapham, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4181H incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4181H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4181H to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4181H.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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