SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4139E

HBUKGB4139E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Llandovery, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4139E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4139E
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code39E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLlandovery Branch
CityLlandovery
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.
39E 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 branch is behind BIC HBUKGB4139E?

HBUKGB4139E identifies Llandovery Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Llandovery, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Banks often 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.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4139E incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4139E with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4139E stand for?

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 39E is the code of the branch Llandovery Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4139E?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4139E is Llandovery Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4139E if the recipient asks for it.

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