SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4134J
HBUKGB4134J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Holt, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4134J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 34J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Holt Branch |
| City | Holt |
| 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.
- 34J 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 HBUKGB4134J?
HBUKGB4134J identifies Holt Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Holt, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4134J stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 34J is the code of the department Holt Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4134J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4134J.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4134J?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4134J is Holt Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4134J.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.