SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4119C
HBUKGB4119C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4119C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 19C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham, Corporation Street Branch |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 19C 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/BIC code HBUKGB4119C?
HBUKGB4119C identifies Birmingham, Corporation Street Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4119C?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4119C is Birmingham, Corporation Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4119C.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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 do the letters in HBUKGB4119C stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 19C identifies the branch Birmingham, Corporation Street Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.