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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4139B

HBUKGB4139B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4139B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4139B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code39B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLiverpool, University Branch
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited 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.
39B 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4139B?

HBUKGB4139B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Liverpool, University 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 does each part of HBUKGB4139B stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 39B is the code of the branch Liverpool, University Branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4139B?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4139B points to Liverpool, University Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4139B if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need HBUKGB4139B to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4139B.

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