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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4174H

HBUKGB4174H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Aldeburgh, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4174H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4174H
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code74H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAldeburgh
CityAldeburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
74H 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 HBUKGB4174H?

HBUKGB4174H identifies Aldeburgh, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Aldeburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4174H?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4174H is Aldeburgh. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4174H if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4174H with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4174H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments 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.