SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4144P
HBUKGB4144P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4144P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 44P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Manchester, Chorlton-Cum-Hardy Branch |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 44P 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 HBUKGB4144P?
HBUKGB4144P identifies Manchester, Chorlton-Cum-Hardy Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4144P to send euros 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 HBUKGB4144P.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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 1–3 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4144P mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 44P is the code of the branch Manchester, Chorlton-Cum-Hardy Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4144P?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4144P points to Manchester, Chorlton-Cum-Hardy Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4144P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.