SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2149L
MIDLGB2149L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2149L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 49L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Pontypridd 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.
- 49L 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 BIC MIDLGB2149L?
MIDLGB2149L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Pontypridd Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2149L?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2149L points to Pontypridd Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2149L if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2149L 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 49L identifies the branch Pontypridd Branch.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2149L incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2149L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need MIDLGB2149L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2149L.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.