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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4170J

HBUKGB4170J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hunslet, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4170J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4170J
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code70J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMorrisons
CityHunslet
CountryUnited 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.
70J 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4170J?

HBUKGB4170J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Morrisons, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Hunslet, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4170J?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4170J is Morrisons. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4170J if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HBUKGB4170J mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 70J identifies the department Morrisons.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4170J with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4170J with the recipient before you confirm.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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