SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4184R
HBUKGB4184R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Dawlish, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4184R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 84R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Dawlish |
| City | Dawlish |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 84R 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4184R?
HBUKGB4184R identifies Dawlish, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Dawlish, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4184R mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 84R is the code of the department Dawlish.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4184R to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4184R.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4184R?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4184R points to Dawlish. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4184R 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.