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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4115L

HBUKGB4115L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ashford, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4115L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4115L
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code15L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAshford, Kent
CityAshford
CountryUnited 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.
15L 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4115L?

HBUKGB4115L identifies Ashford, Kent, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Ashford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4115L incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4115L with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4115L stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 15L identifies the department Ashford, Kent.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4115L?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4115L points to Ashford, Kent. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4115L if the recipient asks for it.

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