SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB41FDP
HBUKGB41FDP belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB41FDP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | FDP |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | First Direct 4764 |
| 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.
- FDP 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 HBUKGB41FDP?
The code HBUKGB41FDP belongs to First Direct 4764, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HBUKGB41FDP mean?
HBUK is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 41 is the code for the city or region and FDP is the code of the branch First Direct 4764.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBUKGB41FDP for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB41FDP.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.