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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2102W

MIDLGB2102W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2102W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2102W
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code02W
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMarket Street Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
02W 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 MIDLGB2102W?

MIDLGB2102W identifies Market Street Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2102W with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2102W with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2102W mean?

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

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2102W?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2102W is Market Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2102W.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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