SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4187N
HBUKGB4187N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leamington SPA, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4187N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 87N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Midlands Dummy A |
| City | Leamington SPA |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 87N 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 HBUKGB4187N?
HBUKGB4187N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Midlands Dummy A, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Leamington SPA, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4187N for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4187N.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4187N mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 87N identifies the branch Midlands Dummy A.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4187N with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4187N against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.