SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4105C
HBUKGB4105C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4105C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 05C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Granby Street Branch |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 05C 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 code HBUKGB4105C?
The code HBUKGB4105C belongs to Granby Street Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4105C incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4105C with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4105C?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4105C is Granby Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4105C.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4105C to send euros 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 HBUKGB4105C.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.