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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2139J

MIDLGB2139J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2139J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2139J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code39J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLlanelli 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.
39J 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2139J?

MIDLGB2139J identifies Llanelli Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2139J with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2139J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2139J?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2139J is Llanelli Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2139J.

Do I need MIDLGB2139J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2139J.

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

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

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.

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