SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2195B
MIDLGB2195B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2195B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 95B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Birmingham New Street |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 95B 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 MIDLGB2195B?
MIDLGB2195B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birmingham New Street, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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 happens if I use MIDLGB2195B with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2195B against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2195B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2195B.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2195B?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2195B points to Birmingham New Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2195B.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.