SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4167B
HBUKGB4167B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4167B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 67B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Corporation Street |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 67B 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4167B?
HBUKGB4167B identifies Corporation Street, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4167B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4167B.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of HBUKGB4167B stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 67B is the code of the branch Corporation Street.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4167B?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4167B points to Corporation Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4167B.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.