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SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB41FDD

HBUKGB41FDD belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

HBUKGB41FDD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHBUKGB41FDD
8-character codeHBUKGB41
Branch codeFDD
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFirst Direct Sort Code 404784
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
FDD 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/BIC code HBUKGB41FDD?

HBUKGB41FDD identifies First Direct Sort Code 404784, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB41FDD?

HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB41FDD is First Direct Sort Code 404784. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB41FDD.

What does each part of HBUKGB41FDD stand for?

HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and FDD identifies the department First Direct Sort Code 404784.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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 HBUKGB41FDD incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB41FDD with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need HBUKGB41FDD 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 HBUKGB41FDD.

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