SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB41ROC
HBUKGB41ROC belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Rochdale, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB41ROC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | ROC |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Morrisons, Rochdale |
| City | Rochdale |
| 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.
- ROC 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB41ROC?
The code HBUKGB41ROC belongs to Morrisons, Rochdale, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Rochdale, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in HBUKGB41ROC stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and ROC identifies the department Morrisons, Rochdale.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB41ROC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB41ROC.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB41ROC?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB41ROC points to Morrisons, Rochdale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB41ROC if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.