SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4140F
HBUKGB4140F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4140F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 40F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Docklands Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 40F 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 BIC HBUKGB4140F?
HBUKGB4140F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Docklands 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 HBUKGB4140F?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4140F points to Docklands Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4140F.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4140F with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4140F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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 do the letters in HBUKGB4140F mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 40F identifies the department Docklands Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.