SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2139C
MIDLGB2139C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2139C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 39C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Liverpool, Woolton Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 39C 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 bank is behind BIC MIDLGB2139C?
MIDLGB2139C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Liverpool, Woolton 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.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.
What does each part of MIDLGB2139C mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 39C is the code of the branch Liverpool, Woolton Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2139C?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2139C is Liverpool, Woolton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2139C.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2139C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2139C against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.