SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4193U
HBUKGB4193U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4193U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 93U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Belfast Royal Avenue |
| City | Belfast |
| 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.
- 93U 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4193U?
The code HBUKGB4193U belongs to Belfast Royal Avenue, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Belfast, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4193U mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 93U is the code of the department Belfast Royal Avenue.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4193U?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4193U points to Belfast Royal Avenue. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4193U if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4193U incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4193U with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.