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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2102H

MIDLGB2102H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2102H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2102H
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code02H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHigh Street Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
02H 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 MIDLGB2102H?

MIDLGB2102H identifies High Street Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2102H incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2102H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of MIDLGB2102H stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 02H identifies the branch High Street Branch.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2102H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2102H.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2102H?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2102H is High Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2102H if the recipient asks for it.

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