SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4181M
HBUKGB4181M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4181M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 81M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wimbledon Village |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 81M 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4181M?
HBUKGB4181M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wimbledon Village, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4181M to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4181M.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4181M incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4181M with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4181M mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 81M is the code of the department Wimbledon Village.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.