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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4183E

HBUKGB4183E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4183E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4183E
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code83E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSouthampton University
CitySouthampton
CountryUnited 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.
83E 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 HBUKGB4183E?

HBUKGB4183E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Southampton University, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4183E stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 83E is the code of the branch Southampton University.

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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4183E?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4183E is Southampton University. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4183E if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4183E incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4183E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need HBUKGB4183E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4183E.

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