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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4115A

HBUKGB4115A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4115A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4115A
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code15A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEastern, E1
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
15A 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4115A?

HBUKGB4115A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Eastern, E1, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4115A?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4115A points to Eastern, E1. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4115A if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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 do the letters in HBUKGB4115A mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 15A identifies the department Eastern, E1.

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 2–4 business days.

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