SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4186V
HBUKGB4186V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Wrexham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4186V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 86V |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wrexham, Cefn Mawr |
| City | Wrexham |
| Country | United 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.
- 86V 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 BIC HBUKGB4186V?
HBUKGB4186V identifies Wrexham, Cefn Mawr, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Wrexham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4186V stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 86V is the code of the department Wrexham, Cefn Mawr.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4186V to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4186V.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4186V?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4186V points to Wrexham, Cefn Mawr. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4186V.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.