SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2179J
MIDLGB2179J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2179J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 79J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Manchester, Oxford Road |
| 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.
- 79J 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2179J?
The code MIDLGB2179J belongs to Manchester, Oxford Road, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2179J?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2179J points to Manchester, Oxford Road. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2179J.
What does each part of MIDLGB2179J mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 79J is the code of the department Manchester, Oxford Road.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2179J with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2179J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need MIDLGB2179J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2179J.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.