SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4134P
HBUKGB4134P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Horncastle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4134P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 34P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Horncastle Branch |
| City | Horncastle |
| 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.
- 34P 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4134P?
HBUKGB4134P identifies Horncastle Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Horncastle, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4134P mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 34P is the code of the branch Horncastle Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4134P?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4134P is Horncastle Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4134P.
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.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4134P incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4134P against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.