SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4105B
HBUKGB4105B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4105B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 05B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Area Branch, Park Row |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- 05B 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 code HBUKGB4105B?
HBUKGB4105B identifies Area Branch, Park Row, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4105B with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4105B against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of HBUKGB4105B mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 05B is the code of the department Area Branch, Park Row.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
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.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4105B?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4105B points to Area Branch, Park Row. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4105B if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HBUKGB4105B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HBUKGB4105B.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.