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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138E

HBUKGB4138E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leyburn, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4138E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4138E
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code38E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLeyburn Branch
CityLeyburn
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.
38E 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 SWIFT code HBUKGB4138E?

HBUKGB4138E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Leyburn Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Leyburn, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific 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 HBUKGB4138E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4138E with the recipient before you confirm.

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

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

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4138E?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4138E points to Leyburn Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4138E if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4138E stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 38E identifies the branch Leyburn Branch.

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