SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4133K
HBUKGB4133K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Haverfordwest, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4133K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 33K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | St Davids Branch |
| City | Haverfordwest |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 33K 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 BIC HBUKGB4133K?
The code HBUKGB4133K belongs to St Davids Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Haverfordwest, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4133K with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4133K with the recipient before you confirm.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4133K stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 33K identifies the department St Davids Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4133K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4133K.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.