SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4178B

HBUKGB4178B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Huddersfield, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4178B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4178B
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code78B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchDenby Dale
CityHuddersfield
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
78B 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 BIC HBUKGB4178B?

The code HBUKGB4178B belongs to Denby Dale, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4178B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4178B.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4178B?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4178B is Denby Dale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4178B.

What does each part of HBUKGB4178B mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 78B is the code of the branch Denby Dale.

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