SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4188N
HBUKGB4188N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4188N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 88N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Nottingham Commercial Centre |
| City | Nottingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 88N 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4188N?
The code HBUKGB4188N belongs to Nottingham Commercial Centre, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4188N?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4188N points to Nottingham Commercial Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4188N if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4188N to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4188N.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4188N with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4188N with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.