SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4139T

HBUKGB4139T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4139T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4139T
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code39T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchActon High Street Branch
CityLondon
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.
39T 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 uses BIC HBUKGB4139T?

HBUKGB4139T identifies Acton High Street Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4139T?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4139T points to Acton High Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4139T.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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 HBUKGB4139T with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4139T with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of HBUKGB4139T stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 39T is the code of the department Acton High Street Branch.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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