SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4119P

HBUKGB4119P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4119P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4119P
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code19P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBirmingham, Sheldon 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.
19P 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 BIC HBUKGB4119P?

HBUKGB4119P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birmingham, Sheldon Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of HBUKGB4119P stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 19P identifies the department Birmingham, Sheldon Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4119P?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4119P is Birmingham, Sheldon Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4119P if the recipient asks for it.

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 specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4119P with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4119P against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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