SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2102D

MIDLGB2102D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2102D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2102D
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code02D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBanbury
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
02D 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 MIDLGB2102D?

The code MIDLGB2102D belongs to Banbury, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2102D with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2102D against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2102D?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2102D is Banbury. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2102D if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2102D stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 02D is the code of the branch Banbury.

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