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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4173L

HBUKGB4173L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Beaminster, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4173L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4173L
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code73L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBridport
CityBeaminster
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.
73L 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 code HBUKGB4173L?

HBUKGB4173L identifies Bridport, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Beaminster, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4173L?

HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4173L is Bridport. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4173L.

Do I need HBUKGB4173L to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4173L.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4173L mean?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 73L identifies the department Bridport.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

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