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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4181U

HBUKGB4181U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Uxbridge, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4181U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4181U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code81U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBrunel University Campus
CityUxbridge
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.
81U 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4181U?

The code HBUKGB4181U belongs to Brunel University Campus, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Uxbridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4181U stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 81U identifies the branch Brunel University Campus.

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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4181U with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4181U against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4181U?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4181U points to Brunel University Campus. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4181U.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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