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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4174B

HBUKGB4174B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Poole, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4174B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4174B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code74B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCanford Cliffs
CityPoole
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.
74B 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4174B?

The code HBUKGB4174B belongs to Canford Cliffs, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Poole, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4174B?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4174B points to Canford Cliffs. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4174B if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4174B stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 74B is the code of the branch Canford Cliffs.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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

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.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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