SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4183R
HBUKGB4183R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Barmouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4183R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 83R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barmouth |
| City | Barmouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 83R 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/BIC code HBUKGB4183R?
HBUKGB4183R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barmouth, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Barmouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4183R mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 83R identifies the department Barmouth.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4183R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4183R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HBUKGB4183R to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4183R.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.