SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4134D
HBUKGB4134D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hexham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4134D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 34D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hexham Branch |
| City | Hexham |
| 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.
- 34D 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4134D?
HBUKGB4134D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hexham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Hexham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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 happens if I use HBUKGB4134D incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4134D against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4134D?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4134D points to Hexham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4134D.
What does each part of HBUKGB4134D 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 34D is the code of the branch Hexham Branch.
What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.