SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4177H

HBUKGB4177H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Baildon, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4177H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4177H
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code77H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBaildon
CityBaildon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
77H 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4177H?

HBUKGB4177H identifies Baildon, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Baildon, 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?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4177H?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4177H is Baildon. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4177H if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4177H with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4177H with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of HBUKGB4177H stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 77H is the code of the department Baildon.

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