SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB2AXXX
HBUKGB2AXXX belongs to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis) in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis) 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).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 HBUKGB2AXXX?
HBUKGB2AXXX identifies the head office of HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis) in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis).
What happens if I use HBUKGB2AXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB2AXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis) 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis) use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HBUKGB2AXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis) in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are HBUKGB2A and HBUKGB2AXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HBUKGB2A is the 8-character version of HBUKGB2AXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to HSBC Bank PLC (Rfb) Liquidity Investment Scheme (Lis) in London.
Do I need HBUKGB2AXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB2AXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.