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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4173D

HBUKGB4173D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4173D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4173D
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code73D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
Branch40-04-00 HSBC Bank PLC National Sort Code 4
CityCoventry
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.
73D 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4173D?

HBUKGB4173D is the SWIFT/BIC code of 40-04-00 HSBC Bank PLC National Sort Code 4, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often add several percent 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.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4173D mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 73D identifies the department 40-04-00 HSBC Bank PLC National Sort Code 4.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4173D incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4173D against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need HBUKGB4173D to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4173D.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. 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.