SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4140G
HBUKGB4140G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4140G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 40G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | East Dulwich Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 40G 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 HBUKGB4140G?
HBUKGB4140G is the SWIFT/BIC code of East Dulwich Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4140G incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4140G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need HBUKGB4140G to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4140G.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4140G?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4140G points to East Dulwich Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4140G 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.