SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4B71Z
HBUKGB4B71Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4B71Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB4B |
| Branch code | 71Z |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) |
| Branch | HSBC Mortgages (40-02-88 |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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).
- 4B Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 71Z 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4B71Z?
The code HBUKGB4B71Z belongs to HSBC Mortgages (40-02-88, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4B71Z to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4B71Z.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent 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.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4B71Z with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4B71Z with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of HBUKGB4B71Z stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb), GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 4B is the code for the city or region and 71Z is the code of the department HSBC Mortgages (40-02-88.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.