SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4B72K

HBUKGB4B72K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4B72K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4B72K
8-character codeHBUKGB4B
Branch code72K
BankHSBC Bank PLC (Rfb)
BranchHSBC Mortgages (40-16-88
CitySheffield
CountryUnited 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.
72K 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 BIC HBUKGB4B72K?

HBUKGB4B72K is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Mortgages (40-16-88, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4B72K incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4B72K with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB4B instead of HBUKGB4B72K?

HBUKGB4B points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb), while HBUKGB4B72K points to HSBC Mortgages (40-16-88. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4B72K.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need HBUKGB4B72K to send euros 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 HBUKGB4B72K.

Has HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 17 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb).

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