SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4186X

HBUKGB4186X belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Kendal, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4186X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4186X
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code86X
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAuction Market
CityKendal
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.
86X 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 BIC HBUKGB4186X?

HBUKGB4186X is the SWIFT/BIC code of Auction Market, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Kendal, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4186X stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 86X is the code of the department Auction Market.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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 use HBUKGB4186X with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4186X with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4186X?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4186X is Auction Market. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4186X.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

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

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