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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4149F

HBUKGB4149F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4149F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4149F
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code49F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPlymouth, Plymstock Branch
CityPlymouth
CountryUnited 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.
49F 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/BIC code HBUKGB4149F?

HBUKGB4149F identifies Plymouth, Plymstock Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4149F stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 49F is the code of the department Plymouth, Plymstock Branch.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% 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.

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.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4149F incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4149F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4149F?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4149F is Plymouth, Plymstock Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4149F.

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