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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138P

HBUKGB4138P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4138P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4138P
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code38P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLiverpool, Allerton Road Branch
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
38P 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138P?

HBUKGB4138P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Liverpool, Allerton Road Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4138P?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4138P points to Liverpool, Allerton Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4138P if the recipient asks for it.

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.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4138P mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 38P identifies the department Liverpool, Allerton Road Branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4138P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4138P.

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