SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4130L
HBUKGB4130L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Ely, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4130L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 30L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ely Branch |
| City | Ely |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 30L 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 HBUKGB4130L?
The code HBUKGB4130L belongs to Ely Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Ely, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4130L?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4130L is Ely Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4130L.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4130L mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 30L is the code of the branch Ely Branch.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4130L incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4130L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.