SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4174O

HBUKGB4174O belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4174O

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4174O
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code74O
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBirmingham, Hall Green
CityBirmingham
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.
74O 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 HBUKGB4174O?

HBUKGB4174O identifies Birmingham, Hall Green, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4174O with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4174O against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4174O stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 74O is the code of the department Birmingham, Hall Green.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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.

Do I need HBUKGB4174O for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4174O.

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