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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4133U

HBUKGB4133U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Heckmondwike, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4133U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4133U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code33U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHeckmondwike Branch
CityHeckmondwike
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
33U 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 code HBUKGB4133U?

The code HBUKGB4133U belongs to Heckmondwike Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Heckmondwike, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4133U mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 33U identifies the branch Heckmondwike Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4133U?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4133U points to Heckmondwike Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4133U.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4133U with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4133U with the recipient before sending.

Do I need HBUKGB4133U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4133U.

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