SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4105D
HBUKGB4105D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4105D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 05D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | City Office, Dale Street Branch |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 05D 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4105D?
The code HBUKGB4105D belongs to City Office, Dale Street Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4105D mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 05D is the code of the branch City Office, Dale Street Branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4105D to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4105D.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4105D with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4105D with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.