SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4135C

HBUKGB4135C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hull, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4135C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4135C
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code35C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHull, Paragon Square Branch
CityHull
CountryUnited 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.
35C 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4135C?

HBUKGB4135C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hull, Paragon Square Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Hull, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4135C mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 35C is the code of the branch Hull, Paragon Square Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4135C?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4135C is Hull, Paragon Square Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4135C if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

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 HBUKGB4135C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4135C.

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