SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4184E
HBUKGB4184E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4184E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 84E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bristol, Hanham |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 84E 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4184E?
HBUKGB4184E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bristol, Hanham, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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 enter HBUKGB4184E with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4184E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4184E 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 84E is the code of the branch Bristol, Hanham.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4184E?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4184E is Bristol, Hanham. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4184E if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.