SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4134B

HBUKGB4134B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hertford, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4134B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4134B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code34B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHertford Branch
CityHertford
CountryUnited 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.
34B 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4134B?

HBUKGB4134B identifies Hertford Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Hertford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4134B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4134B.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4134B mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 34B is the code of the branch Hertford Branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4134B incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4134B with the recipient before sending.

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