SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4179L
HBUKGB4179L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Huddersfield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4179L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 79L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Marsh |
| City | Huddersfield |
| Country | United 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.
- 79L 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 is behind SWIFT code HBUKGB4179L?
HBUKGB4179L identifies Marsh, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of HBUKGB4179L mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and 79L is the code of the department Marsh.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What happens if I use HBUKGB4179L incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB4179L with the recipient before sending.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4179L?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4179L is Marsh. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HBUKGB4179L if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.