SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4119H

HBUKGB4119H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4119H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4119H
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code19H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBirmingham, Harborne Branch
CityBirmingham
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
19H 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 HBUKGB4119H?

The code HBUKGB4119H belongs to Birmingham, Harborne Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4119H to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4119H.

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

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

What happens if I use HBUKGB4119H incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4119H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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

Many banks 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.

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