SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4134C
HBUKGB4134C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hessle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4134C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 34C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hessle Branch |
| City | Hessle |
| Country | United 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.
- 34C 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/BIC code HBUKGB4134C?
The code HBUKGB4134C belongs to Hessle Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Hessle, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4134C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4134C with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
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.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4134C mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 34C identifies the branch Hessle Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4134C?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4134C is Hessle Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4134C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.