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HSBC operates under SWIFT/BIC code HSBCGB2L from London, United Kingdom. HSBC (Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation) is one of the world's largest banks with a strong presence in GBP, USD, EUR, HKD, CNY and CNH clearing. London BIC HSBCGB2L is HSBC's UK head office.
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HSBC (Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation) is one of the world's largest banks with a strong presence in GBP, USD, EUR, HKD, CNY and CNH clearing. London BIC HSBCGB2L is HSBC's UK head office.
If you have sent or received a SWIFT payment routed through HSBC, you can verify and track it free using the UETR. Paste your 36-character UETR into the Ohmyfin homepage tracker and you will see the latest available SWIFT status — including which correspondent (possibly HSBC itself) is holding the funds.
HSBC's HSBCGB2L BIC follows the ISO 9362 standard: 4-letter bank code + 2-letter country code (GB) + 2-character location code (2L). Some payments may also use 11-character branch BICs that begin with HSBCGB2L.
Key facts
Bank: HSBC
Primary BIC: HSBCGB2L
Head office: London, United Kingdom
Standard: ISO 9362
Track payments routed through this bank free on Ohmyfin via UETR
Frequently asked questions
What is the SWIFT/BIC code for HSBC?
The primary SWIFT/BIC code for HSBC head office is HSBCGB2L. Branches use 11-character extensions of this code.
Where is HSBC headquartered?
HSBC is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
How do I track a payment routed through HSBC?
Get the UETR from your bank, paste it into the Ohmyfin tracker, and you will see whether the payment is at HSBC or has moved on. Tracking is free and requires no bank login.
Is Ohmyfin affiliated with HSBC?
No. Ohmyfin is an independent tracking service. HSBC and its trademarks are property of their respective owners.
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