SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2103B
MIDLGB2103B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2103B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 03B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Central Area Branch, Corn Street |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 03B 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2103B?
MIDLGB2103B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Central Area Branch, Corn Street, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2103B stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 03B identifies the department Central Area Branch, Corn Street.
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 happens if I use MIDLGB2103B incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2103B with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% 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 MIDLGB2103B?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2103B is Central Area Branch, Corn Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2103B 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.