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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4194X

HBUKGB4194X belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4194X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4194X
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code94X
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHSBC Banking
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
94X 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4194X?

HBUKGB4194X identifies HSBC Banking, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4194X mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 94X identifies the department HSBC Banking.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4194X?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4194X points to HSBC Banking. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4194X if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4194X incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4194X against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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