SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138M
HBUKGB4138M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4138M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 38M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Liverpool, Aigburth Road Branch |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United 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.
- 38M 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 HBUKGB4138M?
HBUKGB4138M identifies Liverpool, Aigburth Road Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4138M mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 38M identifies the branch Liverpool, Aigburth Road Branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4138M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 HBUKGB4138M.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros 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 HBUKGB4138M?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4138M points to Liverpool, Aigburth Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4138M.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4138M incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4138M against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.