SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4188M

HBUKGB4188M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4188M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4188M
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code88M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNorwich, Meridian Park Commercial
CityNorwich
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
88M 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 HBUKGB4188M?

HBUKGB4188M identifies Norwich, Meridian Park Commercial, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4188M?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4188M is Norwich, Meridian Park Commercial. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4188M if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4188M incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4188M with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4188M 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 88M identifies the department Norwich, Meridian Park Commercial.

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