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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4137K

HBUKGB4137K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4137K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4137K
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code37K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSherburn-In-Elmet Branch
CityLeeds
CountryUnited 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.
37K 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 code HBUKGB4137K?

HBUKGB4137K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sherburn-In-Elmet Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4137K incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4137K against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4137K?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4137K points to Sherburn-In-Elmet Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4137K.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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 is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4137K stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 37K identifies the department Sherburn-In-Elmet Branch.

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