SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4177S
HBUKGB4177S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bradford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4177S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 77S |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bradford, University |
| City | Bradford |
| Country | United 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.
- 77S 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4177S?
HBUKGB4177S identifies Bradford, University, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Bradford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4177S mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 77S is the code of the branch Bradford, University.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4177S incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4177S against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HBUKGB4177S to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4177S.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.