SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4193O
HBUKGB4193O belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sunderland, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4193O |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 93O |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sunderland District Hospital |
| City | Sunderland |
| 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.
- 93O 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/BIC code HBUKGB4193O?
HBUKGB4193O identifies Sunderland District Hospital, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Sunderland, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4193O mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 93O identifies the branch Sunderland District Hospital.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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 HBUKGB4193O?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4193O points to Sunderland District Hospital. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4193O.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need HBUKGB4193O to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4193O.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.