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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4186S

HBUKGB4186S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Truro, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4186S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4186S
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code86S
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchTruro, Newham Road
CityTruro
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.
86S 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4186S?

The code HBUKGB4186S belongs to Truro, Newham Road, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Truro, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4186S stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 86S identifies the branch Truro, Newham Road.

Do I need HBUKGB4186S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4186S.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4186S?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4186S is Truro, Newham Road. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4186S if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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.