SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4134A
HBUKGB4134A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Herne Bay, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4134A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 34A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Herne Bay Branch |
| City | Herne Bay |
| 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.
- 34A 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 HBUKGB4134A?
HBUKGB4134A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Herne Bay Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Herne Bay, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4134A stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 34A is the code of the department Herne Bay Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4134A?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4134A is Herne Bay Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4134A.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4134A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4134A 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.