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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4179F

HBUKGB4179F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4179F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4179F
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code79F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLongton
CityPreston
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.
79F 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 HBUKGB4179F?

HBUKGB4179F identifies Longton, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use HBUKGB4179F incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB4179F with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4179F?

HBUKGB41 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4179F is Longton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4179F.

Do I need HBUKGB4179F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HBUKGB4179F.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. 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, 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.