SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4137V

HBUKGB4137V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leigh, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4137V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4137V
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code37V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLeigh Branch
CityLeigh
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
37V 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4137V?

The code HBUKGB4137V belongs to Leigh Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Leigh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4137V to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4137V.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4137V mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 37V is the code of the branch Leigh Branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4137V incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4137V with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% 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.