HBUKIE2A — HSBC CONTINENTAL EUROPE, IRELAND
HBUKIE2A is the SWIFT/BIC code for HSBC CONTINENTAL EUROPE, IRELAND in DUBLIN, Ireland — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
HBUKIE2A is the SWIFT/BIC code for HSBC CONTINENTAL EUROPE, IRELAND in DUBLIN, Ireland. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | HSBC CONTINENTAL EUROPE, IRELAND |
| Country | Ireland (IE) |
| Location Code | 2A |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code HBUKIE2A belong to?
The SWIFT code HBUKIE2A identifies HSBC CONTINENTAL EUROPE, IRELAND in DUBLIN, Ireland. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code HBUKIE2A mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of HBUKIE2A are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (HBUK) represent the bank code for HSBC CONTINENTAL EUROPE, IRELAND; characters 5-6 (IE) indicate the country code for Ireland; characters 7-8 (2A) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code HBUKIE2A active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) HBUKIE2A is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2A' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code HBUKIE2A instead of HBUKIE2A?
Yes. The 8-character code HBUKIE2A represents the primary headquarters of HSBC CONTINENTAL EUROPE, IRELAND. The 11-character code HBUKIE2A targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to HBUKIE2A (or HBUKIE2AXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to HBUKIE2A?
The physical address registered for HBUKIE2A is: 1 GRAND CANAL SQUARE, D02 P820, DUBLIN, Ireland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).