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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2104G

MIDLGB2104G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2104G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2104G
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code04G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBeaconsfield
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
04G 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 MIDLGB2104G?

The code MIDLGB2104G belongs to Beaconsfield, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of MIDLGB2104G stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 04G identifies the branch Beaconsfield.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2104G incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2104G with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2104G?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2104G points to Beaconsfield. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2104G if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2104G to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2104G.

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