SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4193G

HBUKGB4193G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4193G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4193G
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code93G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNorthampton Commercial Branch
CityNorthampton
CountryUnited 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.
93G 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 HBUKGB4193G?

HBUKGB4193G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Northampton Commercial Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4193G incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4193G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB4193G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4193G.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of HBUKGB4193G stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 93G identifies the branch Northampton Commercial Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4193G?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4193G is Northampton Commercial Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4193G.

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