SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2138P
MIDLGB2138P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2138P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 38P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Liverpool, Allerton Road Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 38P 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 BIC MIDLGB2138P?
MIDLGB2138P identifies Liverpool, Allerton Road 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 is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
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 – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2138P stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 38P identifies the branch Liverpool, Allerton Road Branch.
Do I need MIDLGB2138P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2138P.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2138P?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2138P points to Liverpool, Allerton Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2138P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.