SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4137L
HBUKGB4137L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leek, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4137L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 37L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leek Branch |
| City | Leek |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 37L 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 HBUKGB4137L?
HBUKGB4137L identifies Leek Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Leek, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4137L mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 37L identifies the department Leek Branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4137L incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4137L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need HBUKGB4137L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4137L.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. 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.