SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4144F
HBUKGB4144F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Lytham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4144F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 44F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Lytham Branch |
| City | Lytham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 44F 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 BIC HBUKGB4144F?
HBUKGB4144F identifies Lytham Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Lytham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4144F stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 44F is the code of the department Lytham Branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4144F with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4144F with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4144F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4144F.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. 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.