SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4194B
HBUKGB4194B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Stirling, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4194B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 94B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stirling |
| City | Stirling |
| Country | United 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.
- 94B 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4194B?
The code HBUKGB4194B belongs to Stirling, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Stirling, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4194B mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 94B identifies the branch Stirling.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4194B?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4194B is Stirling. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4194B if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4194B for a euro transfer 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 HBUKGB4194B.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.