SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4188A
HBUKGB4188A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4188A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 88A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Grove Park |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 88A 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/BIC code HBUKGB4188A?
HBUKGB4188A identifies Grove Park, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4188A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4188A with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4188A?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4188A is Grove Park. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4188A.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4188A stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 88A identifies the branch Grove Park.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.