SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4104F
HBUKGB4104F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Exeter, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4104F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 04F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | High Street Branch |
| City | Exeter |
| Country | United 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.
- 04F 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4104F?
The code HBUKGB4104F belongs to High Street Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Exeter, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4104F stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 04F is the code of the department High Street Branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4104F incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4104F with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4104F?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4104F is High Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4104F if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next 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.