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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2104A

MIDLGB2104A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2104A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2104A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code04A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchDarlington
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
04A 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 bank is behind BIC MIDLGB2104A?

The code MIDLGB2104A belongs to Darlington, 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.

Do I need MIDLGB2104A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2104A.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2104A stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 04A identifies the department Darlington.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2104A?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2104A is Darlington. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2104A if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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