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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2102A

MIDLGB2102A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2102A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2102A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code02A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAndover
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
02A 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2102A?

MIDLGB2102A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Andover, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

What does each part of MIDLGB2102A stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 02A is the code of the branch Andover.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2102A?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2102A points to Andover. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2102A if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2102A incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2102A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.