SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2149W
MIDLGB2149W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2149W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 49W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Portsmouth, North End Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 49W 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 MIDLGB2149W?
MIDLGB2149W identifies Portsmouth, North End Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need MIDLGB2149W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2149W.
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 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2149W incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2149W with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2149W stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 49W identifies the branch Portsmouth, North End Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2149W?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2149W points to Portsmouth, North End Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2149W if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.