SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB41FDT
HBUKGB41FDT belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB41FDT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | FDT |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | First Direct 4768 |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United 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.
- FDT 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 HBUKGB41FDT?
HBUKGB41FDT identifies First Direct 4768, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB41FDT?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB41FDT is First Direct 4768. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HBUKGB41FDT.
What do the letters in HBUKGB41FDT stand for?
HBUK is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 41 is the location code and FDT is the code of the branch First Direct 4768.
What happens if I use HBUKGB41FDT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HBUKGB41FDT against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.