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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2104S

MIDLGB2104S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2104S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2104S
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code04S
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCorn Market Branch
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.
04S 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2104S?

MIDLGB2104S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Corn Market Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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 does each part of MIDLGB2104S stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 04S identifies the branch Corn Market Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2104S?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2104S is Corn Market Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2104S if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2104S incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2104S 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 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.