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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4142A

HBUKGB4142A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4142A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4142A
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code42A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPutney 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.
42A 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4142A?

The code HBUKGB4142A belongs to Putney 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.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4142A?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4142A is Putney Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4142A.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4142A mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 42A is the code of the branch Putney Branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4142A incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4142A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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