SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4185W
HBUKGB4185W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Newquay, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4185W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 85W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Penhallow |
| City | Newquay |
| Country | United 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.
- 85W 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 BIC HBUKGB4185W?
The code HBUKGB4185W belongs to Penhallow, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Newquay, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4185W?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4185W is Penhallow. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4185W.
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 happens if I enter HBUKGB4185W incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4185W with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4185W stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 85W is the code of the branch Penhallow.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.