SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4182D
HBUKGB4182D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in East Horsley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4182D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 82D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | East Horsley |
| City | East Horsley |
| Country | United 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.
- 82D 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 BIC HBUKGB4182D?
The code HBUKGB4182D belongs to East Horsley, part of HSBC Bank PLC in East Horsley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4182D incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4182D with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of HBUKGB4182D stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 82D is the code of the department East Horsley.
Do I need HBUKGB4182D to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4182D.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4182D?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4182D is East Horsley. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4182D if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.