SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4134E

HBUKGB4134E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in High Wycombe, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4134E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4134E
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code34E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHigh Wycombe, Desborough Avenue Branch
CityHigh Wycombe
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
34E 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4134E?

HBUKGB4134E is the SWIFT/BIC code of High Wycombe, Desborough Avenue Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4134E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4134E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4134E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4134E.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

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