SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4185Z

HBUKGB4185Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Padstow, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4185Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4185Z
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code85Z
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPadstow
CityPadstow
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.
85Z 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4185Z?

HBUKGB4185Z is the SWIFT/BIC code of Padstow, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Padstow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4185Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4185Z.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4185Z with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4185Z with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4185Z mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 85Z identifies the department Padstow.

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