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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4154L

HBUKGB4154L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Shildon, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4154L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4154L
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code54L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchShildon Branch
CityShildon
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.
54L 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4154L?

HBUKGB4154L identifies Shildon Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Shildon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4154L mean?

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 54L is the code of the branch Shildon Branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4154L?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4154L is Shildon Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4154L.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4154L with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4154L with the recipient before you confirm.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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