SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4149D

HBUKGB4149D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Pinner, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4149D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4149D
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code49D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPinner Branch
CityPinner
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
49D 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4149D?

HBUKGB4149D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Pinner Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Pinner, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

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 transfer services before you send.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4149D?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4149D points to Pinner Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4149D if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of HBUKGB4149D mean?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 49D identifies the department Pinner Branch.

Do I need HBUKGB4149D to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4149D.

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