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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4169E

HBUKGB4169E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4169E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4169E
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code69E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPoultry and Princes Street
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
69E 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 bank is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4169E?

The code HBUKGB4169E belongs to Poultry and Princes Street, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4169E?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4169E is Poultry and Princes Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4169E.

What does each part of HBUKGB4169E mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 69E is the code of the department Poultry and Princes Street.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4169E with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4169E with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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