SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2103S
MIDLGB2103S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2103S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 03S |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chichester |
| 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.
- 03S 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2103S?
MIDLGB2103S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chichester, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of MIDLGB2103S mean?
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 03S is the code of the branch Chichester.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2103S with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2103S against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2103S?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2103S points to Chichester. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2103S.
Do I need MIDLGB2103S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2103S.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.