SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB41FDH
HBUKGB41FDH belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB41FDH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | FDH |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | First Direct 4758 |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- FDH 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB41FDH?
The code HBUKGB41FDH belongs to First Direct 4758, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB41FDH?
HBUKGB41 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB41FDH is First Direct 4758. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HBUKGB41FDH if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in HBUKGB41FDH stand for?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and FDH is the code of the branch First Direct 4758.
What happens if I enter HBUKGB41FDH with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HBUKGB41FDH against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.