SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4183Z

HBUKGB4183Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bridgend, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4183Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4183Z
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code83Z
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBridgend Industrial Trading Estate
CityBridgend
CountryUnited 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.
83Z 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 branch is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4183Z?

HBUKGB4183Z identifies Bridgend Industrial Trading Estate, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Bridgend, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4183Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4183Z.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4183Z 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 83Z identifies the department Bridgend Industrial Trading Estate.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4183Z incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4183Z against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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