SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4149K
HBUKGB4149K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Pontypool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4149K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 49K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Pontypool Branch |
| City | Pontypool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 49K 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 HBUKGB4149K?
HBUKGB4149K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Pontypool Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Pontypool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4149K mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 49K is the code of the branch Pontypool Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4149K?
HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4149K is Pontypool Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4149K.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4149K incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4149K with the recipient before sending.
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.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.