SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4158L
HBUKGB4158L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4158L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 58L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Swansea, Sketty Branch |
| City | Swansea |
| 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.
- 58L 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 is behind BIC HBUKGB4158L?
The code HBUKGB4158L belongs to Swansea, Sketty Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4158L incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4158L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of HBUKGB4158L mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 58L identifies the branch Swansea, Sketty Branch.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4158L?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4158L points to Swansea, Sketty Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4158L.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.