SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4144E
HBUKGB4144E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Lymington, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4144E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 44E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Lymington Branch |
| City | Lymington |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 44E 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 HBUKGB4144E?
The code HBUKGB4144E belongs to Lymington Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Lymington, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4144E incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4144E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4144E 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 44E identifies the department Lymington Branch.
What is the cheapest 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 – the difference can be large.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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 HBUKGB4144E?
HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4144E points to Lymington Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4144E if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.