SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4141C

HBUKGB4141C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4141C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4141C
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code41C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchKentish Town Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
41C 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 bank is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4141C?

The code HBUKGB4141C belongs to Kentish Town Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4141C mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 41C is the code of the branch Kentish Town Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4141C?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4141C is Kentish Town Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4141C.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4141C with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4141C with the recipient before you confirm.

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

Many banks add 1–3% 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.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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