SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4174Z
HBUKGB4174Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4174Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 74Z |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Coventry, University of Warwick |
| City | Coventry |
| Country | United 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.
- 74Z 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 BIC HBUKGB4174Z?
The code HBUKGB4174Z belongs to Coventry, University of Warwick, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when 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 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.
Do I need HBUKGB4174Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4174Z.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4174Z?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4174Z is Coventry, University of Warwick. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4174Z.
What does each part of HBUKGB4174Z stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 74Z is the code of the department Coventry, University of Warwick.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.