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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4136H

HBUKGB4136H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Kingswinford, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4136H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4136H
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code36H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchKingswinford Branch
CityKingswinford
CountryUnited 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.
36H 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4136H?

HBUKGB4136H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kingswinford Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Kingswinford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4136H mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 36H is the code of the branch Kingswinford Branch.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4136H?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4136H points to Kingswinford Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4136H.

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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4136H with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4136H with the recipient before sending.

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