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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4140N

HBUKGB4140N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4140N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4140N
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code40N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFinchley, Church End 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.
40N 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 HBUKGB4140N?

The code HBUKGB4140N belongs to Finchley, Church End Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4140N mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 40N identifies the branch Finchley, Church End Branch.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4140N to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4140N.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4140N incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4140N with the recipient before you confirm.

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