SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4178Z
HBUKGB4178Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4178Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 78Z |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Liverpool, Hunts Cross |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 78Z 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 code HBUKGB4178Z?
The code HBUKGB4178Z belongs to Liverpool, Hunts Cross, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4178Z?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4178Z points to Liverpool, Hunts Cross. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4178Z if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4178Z 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 78Z is the code of the branch Liverpool, Hunts Cross.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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 HBUKGB4178Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4178Z.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.