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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4133A

HBUKGB4133A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Harleston, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4133A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4133A
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code33A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHarleston Branch
CityHarleston
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.
33A 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 code HBUKGB4133A?

HBUKGB4133A identifies Harleston Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Harleston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4133A mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 33A identifies the department Harleston Branch.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4133A with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4133A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4133A?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4133A points to Harleston Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4133A.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.

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