SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4159C
HBUKGB4159C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Teignmouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4159C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 59C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Teignmouth and Dawlish Branch |
| City | Teignmouth |
| Country | United 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.
- 59C 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 HBUKGB4159C?
The code HBUKGB4159C belongs to Teignmouth and Dawlish Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Teignmouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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 HBUKGB4159C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4159C against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4159C?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4159C is Teignmouth and Dawlish Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB4159C if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB4159C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4159C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.