SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2180E
MIDLGB2180E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2180E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 80E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | University of Central Lancashire |
| 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.
- 80E 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 BIC MIDLGB2180E?
The code MIDLGB2180E belongs to University of Central Lancashire, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2180E incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2180E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need MIDLGB2180E to send euros 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. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2180E.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2180E?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2180E points to University of Central Lancashire. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2180E.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.