SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4130U
HBUKGB4130U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Exeter, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4130U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 30U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Exeter, St Thomas Branch |
| City | Exeter |
| 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.
- 30U 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4130U?
HBUKGB4130U identifies Exeter, St Thomas Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Exeter, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of HBUKGB4130U mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 30U is the code of the branch Exeter, St Thomas Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4130U?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4130U points to Exeter, St Thomas Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4130U if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4130U incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4130U with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.