HSBCGB2LOHU — THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED
HSBCGB2LOHU is the SWIFT/BIC code for THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
HSBCGB2LOHU is the SWIFT/BIC code for THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: HSBCGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | OVERSEAS HOLDINGS (UK) |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code HSBCGB2LOHU belong to?
The SWIFT code HSBCGB2LOHU identifies THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code HSBCGB2LOHU mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of HSBCGB2LOHU are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (HSBC) represent the bank code for THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (OHU) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code HSBCGB2LOHU active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) HSBCGB2LOHU is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code HSBCGB2L instead of HSBCGB2LOHU?
Yes. The 8-character code HSBCGB2L represents the primary headquarters of THE HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED. The 11-character code HSBCGB2LOHU targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to HSBCGB2L (or HSBCGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to HSBCGB2LOHU?
The physical address registered for HSBCGB2LOHU is: 8 CANADA SQUARE, E14 5HQ, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the HSBCGB2LOHU code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code HSBCGB2LOHU is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).