SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4178T
HBUKGB4178T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4178T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 78T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leeds, Garforth |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- 78T 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 HBUKGB4178T?
The code HBUKGB4178T belongs to Leeds, Garforth, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB4178T stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 78T is the code of the branch Leeds, Garforth.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4178T with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4178T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need HBUKGB4178T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB4178T.
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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.