SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138T
HBUKGB4138T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4138T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 38T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Liverpool, Great Crosby 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.
- 38T 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 HBUKGB4138T?
HBUKGB4138T identifies Liverpool, Great Crosby Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4138T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4138T.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4138T mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 38T is the code of the department Liverpool, Great Crosby Branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4138T with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4138T with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4138T?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4138T points to Liverpool, Great Crosby Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4138T.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.