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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4142K

HBUKGB4142K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4142K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4142K
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code42K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSouthwark Park Road Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
42K 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4142K?

HBUKGB4142K identifies Southwark Park Road 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.

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 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4142K?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4142K points to Southwark Park Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HBUKGB4142K if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4142K mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 42K is the code of the branch Southwark Park Road Branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4142K incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4142K 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.