SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4174J
HBUKGB4174J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Aylesbury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4174J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 74J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Aylesbury, Market Square |
| City | Aylesbury |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 74J 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 code HBUKGB4174J?
HBUKGB4174J identifies Aylesbury, Market Square, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Aylesbury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4174J with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4174J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of HBUKGB4174J mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 74J identifies the department Aylesbury, Market Square.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4174J?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4174J points to Aylesbury, Market Square. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4174J if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.