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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138C

HBUKGB4138C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Letchworth, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4138C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4138C
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code38C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLetchworth Branch
CityLetchworth
CountryUnited 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.
38C 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138C?

HBUKGB4138C identifies Letchworth Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Letchworth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4138C 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 38C identifies the department Letchworth Branch.

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 happens if I use HBUKGB4138C with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4138C with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4138C?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4138C is Letchworth Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4138C if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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