SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2102F
MIDLGB2102F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2102F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 02F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barking |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 02F 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 branch is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2102F?
MIDLGB2102F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barking, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2102F?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2102F is Barking. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2102F.
What does each part of MIDLGB2102F stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 02F is the code of the branch Barking.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2102F incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2102F with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.