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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4185K

HBUKGB4185K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Llanybydder, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB4185K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB4185K
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch code85K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLlanybydder
CityLlanybydder
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
85K 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 HBUKGB4185K?

The code HBUKGB4185K belongs to Llanybydder, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Llanybydder, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4185K?

HBUKGB41 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4185K is Llanybydder. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB4185K.

What happens if I enter HBUKGB4185K with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HBUKGB4185K against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in HBUKGB4185K stand for?

HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and 85K identifies the department Llanybydder.

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