SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2119F
MIDLGB2119F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2119F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 19F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham, Great Barr Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 19F 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2119F?
The code MIDLGB2119F belongs to Birmingham, Great Barr Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2119F mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 19F is the code of the department Birmingham, Great Barr Branch.
Do I need MIDLGB2119F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2119F.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2119F?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2119F is Birmingham, Great Barr Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2119F.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2119F with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2119F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.