SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2179U
MIDLGB2179U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Heaton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2179U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 79U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Newcastle Upon Tyne , Heaton |
| City | Heaton |
| 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.
- 79U 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2179U?
The code MIDLGB2179U belongs to Newcastle Upon Tyne , Heaton, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Heaton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need MIDLGB2179U 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 MIDLGB2179U.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2179U?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2179U points to Newcastle Upon Tyne , Heaton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2179U.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.