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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2130J

MIDLGB2130J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2130J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2130J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code30J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEllesmere Port Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
30J 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2130J?

The code MIDLGB2130J belongs to Ellesmere Port 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2130J?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2130J is Ellesmere Port Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2130J if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2130J mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 30J is the code of the department Ellesmere Port Branch.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. 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.