SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4184S
HBUKGB4184S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Exeter, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4184S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 84S |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Exeter, Magdalen Road |
| City | Exeter |
| 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.
- 84S 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/BIC code HBUKGB4184S?
The code HBUKGB4184S belongs to Exeter, Magdalen Road, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Exeter, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4184S?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4184S points to Exeter, Magdalen Road. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4184S.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What does each part of HBUKGB4184S stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 84S identifies the department Exeter, Magdalen Road.
Do I need HBUKGB4184S to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4184S.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.