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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4186K

HBUKGB4186K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in St. Asaph, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4186K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4186K
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code86K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSt. Asaph
CitySt. Asaph
CountryUnited 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.
86K 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4186K?

HBUKGB4186K identifies St. Asaph, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in St. Asaph, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4186K?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4186K is St. Asaph. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4186K if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4186K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4186K.

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