SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4190J
HBUKGB4190J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4190J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 90J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Manchester Commercial Centre |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 90J 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4190J?
HBUKGB4190J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Manchester Commercial Centre, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need HBUKGB4190J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4190J.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4190J incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4190J with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HBUKGB4190J stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 90J is the code of the branch Manchester Commercial Centre.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.