SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4170M

HBUKGB4170M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Letchworth, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4170M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4170M
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code70M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMorrisons
CityLetchworth
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.
70M 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

What bank uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4170M?

HBUKGB4170M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Morrisons, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Letchworth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4170M incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4170M with the recipient before sending.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need HBUKGB4170M to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4170M.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4170M?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4170M is Morrisons. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4170M if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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