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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4142R

HBUKGB4142R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4142R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4142R
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code42R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchStratford 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.
42R 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 HBUKGB4142R?

HBUKGB4142R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stratford Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4142R?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4142R points to Stratford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4142R.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HBUKGB4142R stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 42R is the code of the department Stratford Branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4142R incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4142R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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