SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4136K
HBUKGB4136K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Knaresborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4136K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 36K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Knaresborough Branch |
| City | Knaresborough |
| 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.
- 36K 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 BIC HBUKGB4136K?
HBUKGB4136K identifies Knaresborough Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Knaresborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4136K stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 36K is the code of the branch Knaresborough Branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4136K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4136K.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4136K?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4136K points to Knaresborough Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4136K if the recipient asks for it.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.