SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4194P
HBUKGB4194P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4194P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 94P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Holborn Circus (401158 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 94P 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4194P?
HBUKGB4194P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Holborn Circus (401158, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4194P with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4194P with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of HBUKGB4194P 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 94P is the code of the branch Holborn Circus (401158.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4194P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4194P.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.