SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4181W
HBUKGB4181W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Canterbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4181W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 81W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Canterbury, University of Kent |
| City | Canterbury |
| 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.
- 81W 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4181W?
The code HBUKGB4181W belongs to Canterbury, University of Kent, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Canterbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4181W with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4181W with the recipient before you confirm.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4181W mean?
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 81W identifies the branch Canterbury, University of Kent.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.