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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2119P

MIDLGB2119P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2119P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2119P
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code19P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBirmingham, Sheldon Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
19P 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 code MIDLGB2119P?

MIDLGB2119P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birmingham, Sheldon Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2119P with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2119P with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need MIDLGB2119P to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2119P.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2119P mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 19P identifies the branch Birmingham, Sheldon Branch.

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