SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4104K
HBUKGB4104K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Great Yarmouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4104K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 04K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hall Quay Branch |
| City | Great Yarmouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC 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).
- 41 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 04K 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 HBUKGB4104K?
HBUKGB4104K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hall Quay Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Great Yarmouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4104K mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 04K identifies the branch Hall Quay Branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4104K?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4104K is Hall Quay Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4104K.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4104K incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4104K 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.