SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4144K
HBUKGB4144K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Maldon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4144K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 44K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Maldon Branch |
| City | Maldon |
| 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.
- 44K 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 HBUKGB4144K?
HBUKGB4144K identifies Maldon Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Maldon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4144K stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 44K identifies the branch Maldon Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4144K?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4144K is Maldon Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4144K if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4144K to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4144K.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.