SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4184N
HBUKGB4184N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4184N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 84N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Clydach |
| City | Swansea |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 84N 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 HBUKGB4184N?
HBUKGB4184N identifies Clydach, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HBUKGB4184N 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 84N is the code of the branch Clydach.
Do I need HBUKGB4184N to send euros 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 do need HBUKGB4184N.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4184N?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4184N points to Clydach. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4184N if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.