SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4104M

HBUKGB4104M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4104M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4104M
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code04M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHanley
CityStoke-On-Trent
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
04M 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 BIC HBUKGB4104M?

The code HBUKGB4104M belongs to Hanley, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4104M to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4104M.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4104M incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4104M against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 does each part of HBUKGB4104M stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 04M is the code of the department Hanley.

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