SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4109M

HBUKGB4109M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Walsall, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4109M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4109M
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code09M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWalsall
CityWalsall
CountryUnited 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.
09M 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 code HBUKGB4109M?

The code HBUKGB4109M belongs to Walsall, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Walsall, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of HBUKGB4109M stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 09M identifies the branch Walsall.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4109M?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4109M points to Walsall. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4109M.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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