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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4185A

HBUKGB4185A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Harlech, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4185A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4185A
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code85A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHarlech
CityHarlech
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.
85A 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4185A?

The code HBUKGB4185A belongs to Harlech, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Harlech, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4185A stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 85A is the code of the department Harlech.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4185A?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4185A points to Harlech. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4185A if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4185A with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4185A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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