SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4184D

HBUKGB4184D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4184D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4184D
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code84D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBristol, Henleaze Road
CityBristol
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.
84D 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4184D?

The code HBUKGB4184D belongs to Bristol, Henleaze Road, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4184D with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4184D with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4184D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4184D.

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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of HBUKGB4184D mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 84D is the code of the department Bristol, Henleaze Road.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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