SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4119J
HBUKGB4119J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4119J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 19J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham, Highgate Branch |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United 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.
- 19J 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4119J?
HBUKGB4119J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birmingham, Highgate Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4119J mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 19J identifies the branch Birmingham, Highgate Branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4119J with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4119J with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4119J?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4119J is Birmingham, Highgate Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4119J.
Do I need HBUKGB4119J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4119J.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.