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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2119N

MIDLGB2119N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2119N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2119N
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code19N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBirmingham, Northfield Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
19N 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2119N?

MIDLGB2119N identifies Birmingham, Northfield Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2119N with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2119N against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need MIDLGB2119N for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2119N.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2119N?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2119N points to Birmingham, Northfield Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2119N if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.