SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4BRTN
HBUKGB4BRTN belongs to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4BRTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB4B |
| Branch code | RTN |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) |
| Branch | HSBC UK Chaps Return |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) 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).
- 4B Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- RTN 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 HBUKGB4BRTN?
HBUKGB4BRTN identifies HSBC UK Chaps Return, part of HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4BRTN 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 HBUKGB4BRTN.
What does each part of HBUKGB4BRTN mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb), GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 4B is the location code and RTN is the code of the branch HSBC UK Chaps Return.
Does HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4BRTN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4BRTN with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.