SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2119E
MIDLGB2119E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2119E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 19E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham, Five Ways Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MIDL 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.
- 19E 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2119E?
MIDLGB2119E identifies Birmingham, Five Ways Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2119E mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 19E identifies the department Birmingham, Five Ways Branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2119E?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2119E points to Birmingham, Five Ways Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2119E if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2119E incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2119E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.