SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB41FDC
HBUKGB41FDC belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB41FDC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | FDC |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | First Direct Sort Code 404783 |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- FDC 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 code HBUKGB41FDC?
HBUKGB41FDC identifies First Direct Sort Code 404783, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB41FDC with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB41FDC against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB41FDC to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HBUKGB41FDC.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB41FDC?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB41FDC is First Direct Sort Code 404783. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB41FDC.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.