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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4139V

HBUKGB4139V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4139V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4139V
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code39V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBarnes Branch
CityLondon
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.
39V 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 HBUKGB4139V?

The code HBUKGB4139V belongs to Barnes Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4139V mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 39V identifies the department Barnes Branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4139V with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4139V with the recipient before sending.

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

Many banks 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.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4139V?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4139V points to Barnes Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4139V if the recipient asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

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