SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2149T
MIDLGB2149T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2149T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 49T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Portslade and Hove 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.
- 49T 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 MIDLGB2149T?
The code MIDLGB2149T belongs to Portslade and Hove Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2149T with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2149T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2149T 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 do need MIDLGB2149T.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2149T?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2149T is Portslade and Hove Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2149T.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.