GoldexPay
Language: EN
English Nederlands Deutsch Français Español

SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2139B

MIDLGB2139B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2139B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2139B
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code39B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLiverpool, University 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.
39B 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 MIDLGB2139B?

MIDLGB2139B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Liverpool, University Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2139B for a euro transfer 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 MIDLGB2139B.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

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

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks 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.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2139B with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2139B with the recipient before sending.

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