SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4159A

HBUKGB4159A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Tavistock, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4159A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4159A
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code59A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchTavistock Branch
CityTavistock
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.
59A 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 SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4159A?

HBUKGB4159A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tavistock Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Tavistock, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of HBUKGB4159A stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 59A is the code of the department Tavistock Branch.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4159A to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4159A.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4159A incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HBUKGB4159A with the recipient before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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.