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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4178U

HBUKGB4178U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4178U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4178U
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code78U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLeeds, Moortown
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
78U 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 uses SWIFT code HBUKGB4178U?

The code HBUKGB4178U belongs to Leeds, Moortown, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4178U with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4178U against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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 is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often 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.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HBUKGB4178U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of 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 do need HBUKGB4178U.

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