SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4187Z
HBUKGB4187Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Hull, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4187Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 87Z |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Merit House |
| City | Hull |
| 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.
- 87Z 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 BIC HBUKGB4187Z?
The code HBUKGB4187Z belongs to Merit House, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Hull, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4187Z stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 87Z identifies the department Merit House.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4187Z?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4187Z points to Merit House. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4187Z.
Do I need HBUKGB4187Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4187Z.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.