SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4119D
HBUKGB4119D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4119D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 19D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham, Erdington Branch |
| City | Birmingham |
| 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.
- 19D 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 HBUKGB4119D?
HBUKGB4119D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birmingham, Erdington Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4119D mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 19D identifies the branch Birmingham, Erdington Branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4119D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4119D.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4119D?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4119D points to Birmingham, Erdington Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4119D if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.