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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4138F

HBUKGB4138F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Lichfield, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4138F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4138F
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code38F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLichfield Branch
CityLichfield
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.
38F 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 BIC HBUKGB4138F?

HBUKGB4138F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lichfield Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Lichfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4138F incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4138F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4138F?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4138F is Lichfield Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4138F if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4138F 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 38F identifies the department Lichfield Branch.

What is the best 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.

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