SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2138V
MIDLGB2138V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2138V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 38V |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Liverpool, Norton Street Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 38V 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2138V?
MIDLGB2138V identifies Liverpool, Norton Street Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of MIDLGB2138V 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 38V is the code of the branch Liverpool, Norton Street Branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2138V with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2138V against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2138V?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2138V is Liverpool, Norton Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2138V if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need MIDLGB2138V to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2138V.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.