SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2104D
MIDLGB2104D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2104D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 04D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Station Road Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 04D 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2104D?
MIDLGB2104D identifies Station Road Branch, 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.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2104D to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2104D.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2104D stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 04D is the code of the branch Station Road Branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2104D with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2104D with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2104D?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2104D is Station Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2104D.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.