SWIFT/BIC code MHBSGB21XXX
MHBSGB21XXX belongs to Market Harborough Building Society in Market Harborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MHBSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MHBSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Market Harborough Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Market Harborough |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Market Harborough Building Society SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MHBS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 bank uses BIC MHBSGB21XXX?
The code MHBSGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Market Harborough Building Society in Market Harborough, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Market Harborough Building Society.
What does each part of MHBSGB21XXX mean?
MHBS is the institution code of Market Harborough Building Society, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Does Market Harborough Building Society have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MHBSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Market Harborough Building Society in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Market Harborough Building Society take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MHBSGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MHBSGB21XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Market Harborough Building Society in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.