SWIFT/BIC code HSBCGB3AFSE
HSBCGB3AFSE belongs to HSBC Fund Services in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCGB3AFSE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCGB3A |
| Branch code | FSE |
| Bank | HSBC Fund Services |
| Branch | HSBC Fund Services |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Fund Services SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- FSE 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 BIC HSBCGB3AFSE?
HSBCGB3AFSE is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Fund Services, a unit of HSBC Fund Services in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HSBCGB3A instead of HSBCGB3AFSE?
HSBCGB3A is the main office of HSBC Fund Services, while HSBCGB3AFSE points to HSBC Fund Services. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HSBCGB3AFSE if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HSBCGB3AFSE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HSBCGB3AFSE with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Fund Services?
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.
Has HSBC Fund Services got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Fund Services in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need HSBCGB3AFSE to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HSBCGB3AFSE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.