SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4159D
HBUKGB4159D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Telford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4159D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 59D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Telford, Town Centre Branch |
| City | Telford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 59D 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/BIC code HBUKGB4159D?
HBUKGB4159D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Telford, Town Centre Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Telford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4159D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4159D.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB4159D with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4159D against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in HBUKGB4159D mean?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 59D is the code of the department Telford, Town Centre Branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives 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.