SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4119L
HBUKGB4119L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4119L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 19L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham, Longbridge 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.
- 19L 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4119L?
HBUKGB4119L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birmingham, Longbridge Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4119L mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 19L identifies the branch Birmingham, Longbridge 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 happens if I use HBUKGB4119L incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4119L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4119L?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4119L is Birmingham, Longbridge Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4119L if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.