SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4184Z

HBUKGB4184Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Paignton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4184Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4184Z
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code84Z
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchGoodrington
CityPaignton
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
84Z 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 HBUKGB4184Z?

The code HBUKGB4184Z belongs to Goodrington, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Paignton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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.

Do I need HBUKGB4184Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4184Z.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4184Z?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4184Z points to Goodrington. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4184Z.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4184Z mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 84Z is the code of the department Goodrington.

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