SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4187P
HBUKGB4187P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4187P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 87P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | National Sort Code 3 |
| City | Coventry |
| Country | United 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.
- 87P 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4187P?
The code HBUKGB4187P belongs to National Sort Code 3, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Coventry, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4187P?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4187P points to National Sort Code 3. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4187P if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4187P with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4187P with the recipient before sending.
Do I need HBUKGB4187P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4187P.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.